J. Ashton Reece

J. Ashton Reece, MS, MB (ASCP) is a highly experienced professional currently serving as a Research Associate Supervisor at the Allen Institute since April 2024. Previously, J. Ashton held multiple roles at Molecular Pathology Laboratory Network, Inc. (MPLN) from May 2022 to April 2024, including Technical Operations Manager and Lead Scientist. Prior experience includes a position as Research Assistant II at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and a Graduate Teaching Assistant role at Middle Tennessee State University, where responsibilities included teaching introductory biology labs and developing curriculum insights. Earlier in the career, J. Ashton gained leadership experience as a Shift Supervisor at Starbucks and Co Manager at A'GACI LLC, focusing on associate training and operational goals. Academic credentials include a Master of Science in Biology and a Bachelor of Science in Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology, both obtained from Middle Tennessee State University.