Director of Global Genomics
Dr. Jennifer Troyer, Ph.D., Director of Global Genomics. Dr. Troyer brings more than a decade of leadership in genomics research administration and global health initiatives. She most recently served as Director of the Division of Extramural Operations at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), where she led efforts to coordinate research funding, policies, and programs supporting genomic science worldwide.
Throughout her career, Dr. Troyer has led and managed complex, international research initiatives. At NHGRI, she oversaw grant portfolios focused on comparative genomics and genome function, and played key roles in major global programs such as the Human Heredity and Health in Africa (H3Africa) initiative, which advances genomic research and infrastructure across the African continent.
Dr. Troyer earned her Ph.D. in genetics from the University of Connecticut and her B.A. in biology from Earlham College. She completed postdoctoral training at the National Cancer Institute and Colorado State University.