Danielle Yarbrough

About Danielle Yarbrough

Dedicated Biomedical Engineer and Science Communicator | 8+ Years of Research Experience | Passionate about Community Outreach and Investment in STEMI’m a scientist and engineer with over eight years of experience across diverse regulatory, laboratory, and field settings, completing my postdoctoral fellowship at Duke in 2026. My passion lies in the research that supports new tools for healthcare and drug development, and I want to transition to the biotech industry to be able to develop and work with technologies that more closely impact and serve patients. Technical & Research ExpertiseDuring my doctoral and postdoctoral training in the Gerecht Lab at Johns Hopkins and Duke, I specialized in engineering stem cell–derived microphysiological systems (MPS) to model complex arterial disease and study cardiovascular dysfunction. My core skills include: 3D tissue engineering & stem cell culture Advanced microscopy and imaging techniques Biomolecular and cell-based assay development Computational data analysis, interpretation, and experimental design🧩 Leadership & CollaborationBeyond technical work, I’ve grown into a committed and empathetic team leader: Mentored 10+ junior researchers, including undergraduates, graduate students, and new technicians Facilitated cross-functional and cross-institutional collaborations Actively engaged in scientific communication, outreach events, and community STEM initiatives Strong advocate for inclusive, diverse scientific environments where all voices are heard and valued Career TransitionWhile I’m passionate about academic research, I’m ready to transition into a role where I can: Contribute to a broader portfolio of projects Work more directly on developing and validating technologies with real-world patient impact Collaborate with dynamic, curious, and mission-driven teams‍ I’m seeking Scientist or SME roles (discovery, development, regulatory, or client-facing) within biotech companies and research institutes focused on: Regenerative medicine Cell therapy Translational drug/technology developmentI’m excited to bring my problem-solving skills, collaborative mindset, and deep biological expertise to a team working on meaningful, patient-centered innovation.

Experience

1. Lead Coach

   Boost Science Program At Duke University

   Aug 2023 — Present · Durham, NC, US

   Promoted to Lead Coach, managing 5 peer coaches and 45 students to ensure clear communication, effective collaboration, and successful project outcomes across the 7th-grade cohort.

Education

• The Johns Hopkins University

  Doctoral, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

• Texas A&M University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Chemical Engineering

  2015 — 2019