Megan Comerford
About Megan Comerford
Megan Comerford is the Senior Manager of Biospecimen Planning Management at Bristol Myers Squibb, with a diverse background in biospecimen operations, clinical research, and public health.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Megan Comerford currently holds the position of Senior Manager, Biospecimen Planning Management at Bristol Myers Squibb. She has been with the company since 2019, initially starting as a Specialist I in Biospecimen Operations. As Senior Manager, she oversees the planning and management of biospecimen collections and operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and optimizing processes for biospecimen handling.
Previous Experience at Bristol Myers Squibb
Before her current role, Megan Comerford served as a Specialist I in Biospecimen Operations at Bristol Myers Squibb from 2019 to 2020. During this period, she was based in Seattle, Washington, and was involved in the management and operational aspects of biospecimen handling. This position laid the groundwork for her eventual promotion to Senior Manager, where she continues to apply her expertise in biospecimen planning and management.
Role at Celgene
Prior to joining Bristol Myers Squibb, Megan Comerford worked at Celgene as a Specialist I in Biospecimen Operations from 2018 to 2019. In this role, she gained valuable experience working with biospecimens, which involved coordinating and managing the logistics of specimen collection, processing, and distribution. This role further honed her skills and prepared her for subsequent positions in biospecimen management.
Research Scientist at Providence
From 2017 to 2018, Megan Comerford was an Associate Research Scientist at Providence in the Greater Seattle Area. In this position, she engaged in various research activities, contributing to scientific projects and studies. Her role involved data collection, analysis, and collaboration with other researchers, which added to her diverse background in scientific research and management.
Educational Background
Megan Comerford holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from the Indiana University Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health, which she achieved between 2013 and 2016. She also earned a Bachelor of Science Degree from Purdue University, where she studied from 2004 to 2010. Additionally, she attended the Mayo Clinic Social Media Residency, further expanding her knowledge and skills in public health and scientific communication.