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Christopher Edlund

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Director, Technology Bioinformatics at Illumina
📍 San Diego Metropolitan Area, United States

Christopher Edlund is the Director of Technology Bioinformatics at Illumina, leading teams to advance next-generation sequencing (NGS) and multiomics technologies. With an M. S. from Chalmers University of Technology, his expertise spans the full innovation lifecycle, from early-stage research to clinical product development, particularly in oncology.

He previously managed the Bioinformatics Core at USCs Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center, overseeing massive whole-genome sequencing and GWAS projects.

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Experience
20 Years
Current Role
Director, Technology Bioinformatics
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
San Diego Metropolitan Area, United States
Personality Overview

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Value Seeker
Cautious & Analytical
Systematic

They are more likely than others to negotiate on pricing and terms. While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters. They prefer to do thorough analysis of any situation.

Priorities

Topics Christopher cares about

Oncology Genomics
His career at both Illumina and USC has focused on developing clinical-grade bioinformatics software for cancer diagnostics, tumor profiling, and large-scale cancer research.
NGS Platforms
In his current role, he leads a team focused on creating innovative solutions for Illumina's next-generation sequencing (NGS) and multiomics technology platforms.
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Career

Work history

5-2023
Director, Technology Bioinformatics
Illumina
4-2021 - 6-2023
Director, Software Engineering and Bioinformatics
Illumina
9-2017 - 4-2021
Associate Director, Software Engineering and Bioinformatics
Illumina
1-2015 - 10-2016
Director, Bioinformatics Core, USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center
University of Southern California
9-2012 - 1-2015
Director of Bioinformatics, Statistical Consultation and Research Center
University of Southern California
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Education
2004 - 2006
M.S.
Chalmers University of Technology
1998 - 2003
B.S.
UC Santa Barbara
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Calculativeness (C)

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