I teach courses with a focus on molecular, cellular, and developmental biology. I am particularly interested in how cell lineages are coordinated, as this enables us to better understand flexible cell fate potential and opportune regenerative processes – and address the question: what are all the ways to build a functional organ? I am also committed to working with students, faculty, and staff to create formative and supportive learning communities, as well as ensure that students are prepared for the workforce beyond the classroom.

2024 - present; Assistant Teaching Professor, University of Washington, Biology 

2023 - 2025 Scientific Curriculum Advisor, Postbac Scholar Program, Fred Hutch 

2023 - 2024 Acting Assistant (Teaching) Professor, University of Washington, Biology 

2022 - 2023 Assistant Professor, Biology, Reed College 

2017 - 2022 Postdoc, Stanford University, Biology -- focus: molecular plant development 

2017 - 2020 Citizen Science Faculty (part-time), Bard College -- focus: first-year experience and scientific literacy 

2011 - 2016 PhD, University of Wisconsin, Comparative Biomedical Sciences -- focus: molecular neurobiology and human disease 

2014 HHMI / Scientific Teaching Fellow, University of Wisconsin -- focus: evidence-based practices, core concepts and competencies in Biology 

2009 BA in Biochemistry, Gender and Women's Studies, Bowdoin College, Maine