Heather Omerigic
About Heather Omerigic
Heather Omerigic is a scientist specializing in product development at Apeel Sciences, where she enhances germplasm collection and manages sample testing and monitoring. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Colorado State University and has previous experience with the USDA and as a research associate at her alma mater.
Work at Apeel
Heather Omerigic serves as a Scientist in Product Development at Apeel Sciences, a role she has held since 2020. In this position, she conducts research in the seed quality laboratory, focusing on enhancing the germplasm collection. Her responsibilities include testing, storing, and monitoring samples, which are critical tasks in the product development process. Apeel Sciences is known for its innovative approaches to food preservation, and Omerigic's work contributes to the company's mission.
Education and Expertise
Heather Omerigic earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Colorado State University, completing her studies from 2014 to 2018. This educational background provides her with a solid foundation in biological sciences, which she applies in her current role at Apeel Sciences. Her expertise in biological research is further demonstrated through her previous positions in research and product development.
Background
Before joining Apeel Sciences, Heather Omerigic worked as a Biological Science Technician at the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service from 2017 to 2018. In this role, she gained valuable experience in biological research. Additionally, she served as a Research Associate at Colorado State University from 2016 to 2020, where she further developed her research skills and knowledge in the biological sciences.
Professional Experience
Heather Omerigic has accumulated significant professional experience in the field of biological sciences. Her tenure at Colorado State University as a Research Associate lasted four years, during which she engaged in various research projects. Following this, she worked for seven months at the USDA Agricultural Research Service, where she contributed to agricultural research. Her current role at Apeel Sciences has allowed her to apply her research skills in a product development context.