Jackson Feijia Chen

Jackson Feijia Chen is a Junior Research Scientist at the Centre universitaire de santé McGill | McGill University Health Centre since April 2021, specializing in parasitic diseases at the National Reference Centre for Parasitology. Expertise includes filarial infections, Cyclospora, Cryptosporidium parvum/hominis, and Toxoplasma, with proficiency in various molecular biology techniques such as CRISPR/Cas9 and qRT-PCR. Jackson has experience as a Summer Research Student in the same lab, contributing to clinical research projects and performing diverse laboratory skills. Educational background includes a Master of Science in Pathology/Experimental Pathology from McGill University. Additional experience encompasses roles as a Warehouse Operator, Commercial Mover, and Animal Care Technician, showcasing a strong work ethic and ability to collaborate in fast-paced environments.