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Steve Lockless

Energizer · DISC type I
Associate Director of Bioinformatics (Oncology) at Natera
📍 Greater Houston, United States

Steve Lockless is an accomplished scientist and leader with deep expertise in genomics, bioinformatics, and ion channel biophysics, holding a Ph. D. from UT Southwestern. He has successfully transitioned from a tenured professorship at Texas A&M University to leadership roles in the biotechnology industry, translating complex scientific concepts into real-world applications in oncology and forensics.

Passionate about guiding the next generation of scientists, Steve developed and teaches a unique course at Texas A&M designed to help biology students explore diverse career paths beyond traditional academia. He emphasizes networking and mentorship, drawing from his own experiences in both academic research and the entrepreneurial biotech sector to prepare students for their professional futures.

After 16 years as a successful research professor, he left his tenured position to pursue innovation in the startup world.

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Current Role
Associate Director of Bioinformatics (Oncology)
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Greater Houston, United States
Personality Overview

How Steve shows up

Imaginative
Enthusiastic
Informal

Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions. They are not always early adopters but can be pursuaded by leveraging strong relationships. They are friendly, approachable and love to make new connections.

Priorities

Topics Steve cares about

Career Mentorship
Created and teaches a university course at Texas A&M dedicated to helping biology students navigate their career options after graduation, bridging academia and industry.
Translational Science
His career focuses on translating cutting-edge academic research into impactful, real-world solutions in areas like oncology and forensic genomics.
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Career

Work history

Associate Director of Bioinformatics (Oncology)
Natera
Principal Investigator / Professor
Texas A&M University
Director of Genome Informatics / Scientific Advisor
Othram Inc.
Postdoctoral Research Associate
The Rockefeller University
HHMI Postdoctoral Fellow
The Rockefeller University
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Education
1997 - 2002
Ph.D.
UT Southwestern Medical Center
1994 - 1997
B.S.
Texas A&M University
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.

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