Angélica Franzol, Ph.D.
About Angélica Franzol, Ph.D.
Angélica Franzol, Ph.D., is a Life Cycle Management Staff Engineer at Biosense Webster, with extensive experience in product development and engineering at Johnson & Johnson. She holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering and has worked in various roles across multiple industries, including healthcare and automotive.
Work at BioSense
Angélica Franzol currently serves as a Life Cycle Management Staff Engineer at Biosense Webster, a position she has held since 2023 in San Diego, California. In this role, she strategically plans and executes the life cycle management of innovative medical devices, ensuring compliance with global regulatory requirements. She leads investigations and root cause analyses to optimize product performance and refine manufacturing processes. Her collaboration with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Quality, and Regulatory, facilitates smooth product transitions while maintaining high quality standards.
Previous Experience at Johnson & Johnson
Prior to her current role, Angélica Franzol worked at Johnson & Johnson in various capacities from 2003 to 2023. She held positions such as Medical Staff Process Engineering in Jacksonville, Florida, and R&D Principal Scientist in São José dos Campos, Brazil. Her tenure included roles as Global Senior Scientist in Product Development for Skin Care and Assistant Scientist in Sun Care. Throughout her time at Johnson & Johnson, she contributed to product development and technology transfer initiatives, enhancing her expertise in the field.
Educational Background
Angélica Franzol has an extensive educational background with a focus on engineering, chemistry, and psychology. She earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Materials Science and Engineering from Unifesp - Universidade Federal de São Paulo from 2015 to 2021. She also holds a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica - ITA. Additionally, she completed an MBA in Business Strategies at FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas and has pursued various specializations in cosmetology, emotional intelligence, and data science from institutions like MIT and Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences.
Professional Development and Specializations
Angélica Franzol has engaged in numerous professional development programs to enhance her skills. She completed specializations in areas such as Rheology of Dispersions and Mixing Technology & Scale-up. Her studies at MIT included courses on Fundamentals of Manufacturing Processes and Empathy and Emotional Intelligence. Furthermore, she has a specialization in Cosmetology from the Associação Brasileira de Cosmetologia, showcasing her diverse expertise in both scientific and business aspects of product development.
Contributions to Industry Trends
Angélica Franzol actively contributes to the development of life cycle management strategies and business expansion initiatives. She stays informed about industry trends, which allows her to implement cutting-edge strategies in her work. Her ability to collaborate across various functions and her commitment to maintaining high standards of quality play a significant role in her contributions to the medical device sector.