Computational Biologist

Alison MacFadyen

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Bio

My past research positions have covered many research areas, from Industrial Biotechnology to Environmental Engineering and most recently Molecular Epidemiology. These roles have allowed me to apply my skills in molecular microbiology and computational biology.

As I am interested in microbial interactions, with a particular focus on inter-species interactions and co-evolution, my role at The Sainsbury Laboratory is ideal. It is exciting to support the research being undertaken exploring plant-microbe interactions.

I am also an active member of the Microbiology Society, where I am currently a member of their Sustainability Committee.

Job history

  • 2023 -

    Computational Biologist

    The Sainsbury Laboratory, Norwich
  • 2020 - 2022

    Postdoctoral Research Associate

    University of Glasgow, Glasgow
  • 2018 - 2019

    Freelance Bioinformatics Consultant

    Glasgow
  • 2017 - 2018

    Postdoctoral Research Associate

    University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh
  • 2015 - 2017

    Postdoctoral Research Associate

    Newcastle University, Newcastle
  • 2014 - 2015

    Postdoctoral Research Associate

    University of Strathclyde, Glasgow