John Thompson

John Thompson

John Thompson is Manager of Science Services, overseeing the CCST team that plans and delivers its programmatic science services including expert briefings, workshops, and other convenings. He works closely with the Director of Science Services to develop the pipeline for projects and implement strategies for engaging CCST’s Partner Institutions. Previously, as Senior Science Officer for Partner Engagement, John developed close relationships with CCST’s 12 academic and research Partner Institutions, connecting their collective expertise to CCST’s science services and elevating their cutting edge research within the policymaking community.

Prior to working for CCST, John was a consultant with the Senate Office of Research, where he provided research support for the California State Senate on a wide variety of topics, including banking, cannabis, occupational licensing, taxation, and technology. He was previously a CCST Science and Technology Policy Fellow in the office of Assemblymember Jay Obernolte.

John received his PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from Northwestern University, modeling processes that take place during the production of high strength turbine engine blades. He earned a BA in Physics with a minor in Music from New York University.