Mark L. Hammond

Dr. Mark L. Hammond is a Professor of Biochemistry and Genetics and serves as Associate Dean for Strategic Initiatives and Innovation at Campbell University’s Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM). He previously held roles as Vice President for Academic Affairs & Provost (2013–2023) and Dean of Campbell’s College of Arts & Sciences (2001–2013). His academic journey includes a BA in Biology/General Science from Hiram College (1985) and a PhD in Biology from the University of South Carolina (1990), focusing on molecular genetics and biochemistry. His research contributions include pioneering work on DNA sequencing and fragment sizing, leading to two patents and the Distinguished Patent Award in 1995.

• Education: Hiram College (BA, 1985), University of South Carolina (PhD, 1990)

Research interests center on molecular genetics and biochemistry, with contributions to the Human Genome Project during his postdoctoral fellowship at Los Alamos National Laboratory (1990s). His work has been published in The Journal of Biological Chemistry and Genes and Development.

Leadership roles include strategic initiatives at CUSOM and administrative oversight of academic programs. Beyond academia, he is an active amateur radio operator specializing in satellite communications and holds leadership roles in local church and community organizations.