Sidney Lenz
Ann Arbor,MI
Summary
I’m driven by the excitement of uncovering new insights and the satisfaction of seeing them shape high-quality, robust products. Working across teams to tackle tricky problems, especially when the data looks weird, is where I thrive. The best moments are when we turn those insights into breakthroughs that truly make a difference.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Associate II
Bio-Rad Laboratories
07.2022 - Current
- Planned and executed scRNA-seq experiments across multiple cell types (including PBMCs) to establish baselines and optimize performance for cell lysis and RT efficiency, leveraging ddPCR for workflow QC and optimization.
- Developed and integrated bash- and Python-based analysis modules into Nextflow pipelines on AWS EC2 with S3-based data handling, and used R for data visualization to streamline and enhance single-cell RNA-seq workflows.
- Devised and refined hydrogel bead manufacturing processes, employing microfluidics and free-radical polymer chemistry, as well as developing novel QC methods to improve consistency and scale.
- Analyzed data, presented findings, and supported project milestones, contributing to new product development and launch.
- Coordinated cross-functional efforts with manufacturing, development, and bioinformatics teams while independently maintaining up to five mammalian cell lines for assay development.
Lab Manager
University of Michigan
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Led ddPCR assay development for detecting rare variant allele frequencies in acute myeloid leukemia samples
- Performed advanced molecular biology techniques, including CRISPR knock-out preparation, PCR, immunoblotting, and mammalian/bacterial cell culture, while proactively troubleshooting experimental challenges
- Managed lab operations, including inventory, ordering, and equipment maintenance, ensuring smooth daily workflows
Clinical Laboratory Technician
LabCorp
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Performed high-throughput qPCR COVID-19 testing in a CAP/CLIA-certified lab, processing 10,000+ samples per shift with automated liquid handlers
- Trained and mentored over 25 new clinical lab technicians on GLPs and SOPs, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
- Served as stand-in shift lead, managing lab operations and troubleshooting technical issues to maintain testing accuracy
- Performed and documented preventative maintenance and quality control procedures to maintain an audit-ready lab
Education
Certificate - Applied Bioinformatics
University of California San Diego
12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Cell and Molecular Biology
The Master’s University
05.2020
Skills
- single-cell NGS Library Preparation
- Nucleic Acid Isolation
- PCR/qPCR/ddPCR
- Tissue Culture
- Immunoblots, ELISA
- NGS Data Analysis/Visualization
- Python, R, Nextflow
- Pipeline Development
- Version Control with git
Timeline
Research Associate II
Bio-Rad Laboratories
07.2022 - Current
Lab Manager
University of Michigan
07.2021 - 06.2022
Clinical Laboratory Technician
LabCorp
09.2020 - 06.2021
Certificate - Applied Bioinformatics
University of California San Diego
Bachelor of Science - Cell and Molecular Biology
The Master’s University
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