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Founder Jeff Bates began his career as a bench scientist at Genome Therapeutics. As a molecular biologist, his first projects were to generate sequences of DNA for genomic assembly, utilizing a technology known as multiplex sequencing . This process lead to a vast amount of data generation and as a result Jeff became more involved in the software aspects of biotechnology. He became one of the first "Finishers" in 1995. The process of finishing the technology immediately began evolving, as well as the core t
Wanting to be more recognized as a true software developer, Jeff branched out from Life Sciences and began programming robots at PRI Automation which was later purchased by Brooks Automation. At PRI, Jeff programmed the motion of robots and managed the custom configurations for their customers. However, after a few years he decided it was more rewarding programming with scientists and Jeff joined Cereon Genomics . At Cereon Genomics, he automated the use of the ABI3700 machines and also wrote programs that
After Cereon Genomics, Jeff began working at Microbia , a startup biotech company. Jeff developed their entire LIMS system; named S.C.O.P.E. (Sample, Containers,Operation,Process & Evaluation) based on describing objects found in the lab. This system stores biological and chemical information, provides SAR, eNotebook, inventory, purchasing, (integrated w/ SAP) and reports EH&S data.