Staff Scientist
Labcorp, CLS
Iris Jones, Ph.D., is a staff scientist at Labcorp CLS, specializing in genomics and cell and gene therapy. She leads the development of viral-vector and CRISPR-editing detection assays that support clinical trial programs. Her background bridges molecular biology, immunology, and multi-omics. Her prior research focused on vaccine platform characterization and the mechanisms of viral pathogenesis, integrating computational modeling to enhance predictive countermeasure strategies. Dr. Jones earned her Ph.D. from Oregon Health & Science University, where she studied the complex interplay between viral pathogenesis and immune-mediated disease.