Kelly Owens

Kelly Owens has a diverse work experience in the field of research and education. Kelly currently holds the position of Director of Research and Education at FORCE: Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered, where they manage the organization's granting, research, and education efforts. Kelly is also responsible for running a CDC-funded project called XRAYS, which aims to provide clear and scientifically accurate information about hereditary cancer research to the public.

Prior to their current role, Kelly worked as a Lecturer at the University of Washington from 2013 to 2014 and at the Department of Otolaryngology-HNS, University of Washington from 2010 to 2013. In both positions, they were involved in coordinating research projects related to hearing loss and drug development.

Kelly's earlier experience includes working as an Acting Instructor at the Department of Biological Structure, University of Washington from 2008 to 2010 and as a Senior Fellow at the same department from 2003 to 2008. During this time, they focused on genetic pathways leading to drug-induced hearing loss and collaborated with renowned researchers in the field.

In 1997, Kelly worked as an Acting Assistant Professor-Temp. at the Department of Genome Sciences, University of Washington. Kelly conducted research on human deafness genes, breast cancer prevention, and DNA identification of missing children. Kelly also taught human genetics to undergraduate and graduate students.

Before their academic roles, Kelly worked as a contract science writer for McGraw-Hill Higher Education, Prentice Hall, and McGraw-Hill Higher Education from 1997 to 2002. Kelly has a background in genetics, having completed their graduate studies at the University of Washington from 1988 to 1996.

Overall, Kelly's work experience demonstrates their expertise in research, education, and science writing, specifically in the areas of hereditary cancer, hearing loss, and genetics.

Kelly Owens obtained a B.S. in Biochemistry and Zoology from Michigan State University from 1984 to 1988. Kelly then pursued further education at the University of Washington, where they completed a Ph.D. in Genetics from 1988 to 1996. In addition to their academic degrees, Kelly obtained a certification in Learning Program Management from LinkedIn in October 2020.