Cecilia N.

About Cecilia N.

Accomplished Microbiologist and Laboratory Operations Manager with 15+ years of experience executing cutting-edge clinical and biomedical research, in addition to overseeing laboratories for leading hospital systems and startups. Expertise in sampling and testing for pathogens for medical and food safety applications. Proven ability to drive results and advance lab operations, planning and designing BSL-2 capable biomedical research labs, implementing next-gen equipment, technology, and methodologies to achieve cost savings, reduce turnaround time, streamline workflows, and improve patient care. Excel in highly visible, people-facing roles, regularly tapped to serve on leadership committees, broker partnerships among technical/nontechnical business functions, and influence top-level policies for infectious disease control, antibiotic administration, organizational development, and continuous operations improvements. Bridge gaps between technical and non-technical departments with knowledge of both the business processes and underlying technology for improved solutions, methodology implementation, and innovative data visualization techniques to present actionable findings. Employ strategic vision to heighten efficiencies and improve manageability in varied environments. Play important role in a commitment to continuous improvements, change management, forecasting, in-depth analysis, and reporting. Interested in opportunities for upward mobility and additional leadership responsibility.

Experience

1. Territory Sales Executive

   Cepheid

   Jun 2023 — Present

Education

• University of Central Oklahoma

  Master of Science - MS, Business analytics

• University of Oklahoma

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.) , Microbiology, Minor Classical Culture