Emma (Xinye) Wang

• Managed Next-generation sequencing (NGS) and genomic analysis for medical research.
• Actively developing and optimizing semi-automated laboratory workflows through integration of Opentrons, I.DOT liquid handler, and G.PURE systems to enhance efficiency, accelerate clinical sample processing, and minimize consumable costs.
• Reduced occurrence of lab test errors for improved reliability and to avoid need for retesting.

• Conducted clinical evaluation studies for diagnostic assays (Xpert® GI Panel).
• Performed meticulous data management, quality assurance, and data visualization (Excel, R).
• Ensured adherence to clinical assay evaluation protocols and laboratory standards.

· Led clinical and molecular epidemiology studies, resulting in five scientific publications in peer-reviewed infectious disease journals.

· Managed budgets and resources for five funded projects, successfully reducing annual expenditures by 20-30%, reallocating savings toward essential reagents and lab supplies.

· Coordinated multiple research projects, interfacing with stakeholders, investigative sites, and regulatory bodies.

· Developed and validated study SOPs, ensuring compliance with local and international ethical standards and laboratory best practices.

· Prepared reports summarizing study data and laboratory analyses for principal investigators and stakeholders.