Jessica Mandell is the genetic counselor and research coordinator for the laboratory of Dr. Mary-Claire King at the University of Washington, guiding over 6,000 high-risk breast, ovarian, and prostate cancer families through research and genetic testing since 1997. Jessica coordinates study enrollment and provides cancer genetic counseling for cancer survivors, gene mutation carriers, and families with suspected but unknown cancer genetic connections. She also provides genetic counseling for individuals enrolling in research for inherited deafness, schizophrenia, lupus, mesothelia, and pentosuria.
Jessica has consulted for Informed Medical Genetics, Inc., a phone-based clinical genetic counseling company providing genetics services to individuals without access to local care. She is a past editor of the National Society of Genetic Counselors’ publication, Perspectives, has presented at numerous scientific and community conferences on topics in genetics and genetic counseling, and was featured in the 2008 documentary, In the Family, following one woman navigating the medical and emotional journey of genetic testing for cancer predisposition. Jessica earned her master's degree in genetic counseling from Sarah Lawrence College.
Jessica has committed her career to promoting the understanding, access and application of genetic testing, genetic counseling, and research to diverse patient populations, medical providers, students, and consumers of all ages. She teaches Research Methods and Design for the GCGP.
