Sylvia Cooley
About Sylvia Cooley
Sylvia Cooley is a Validation Engineer II at Bristol Myers Squibb in Seattle, Washington. She has extensive experience in validation and manufacturing roles, having previously worked at Juno Therapeutics and Genentech.
Current Position at Bristol Myers Squibb
Sylvia Cooley currently holds the position of Validation Engineer II at Bristol Myers Squibb in Seattle, Washington. She has been with the company since June 2020. Her role involves ensuring that systems and processes meet regulatory standards and function as intended. Working in a highly regulated industry, Sylvia applies her expertise to maintain compliance and integrity in biopharmaceutical operations.
Professional Experience at Juno Therapeutics
Prior to her role at Bristol Myers Squibb, Sylvia worked at Juno Therapeutics, Inc. in various capacities. She started as a Manufacturing Associate I from 2016 to 2018 in Bothell, WA, then went on to serve as Manufacturing Associate II for 5 months in 2018. Later, she transitioned to the role of Validation Engineer and held this position for 2 years from 2018 to 2020 in the Greater Seattle Area. Her work at Juno Therapeutics significantly contributed to her expertise in manufacturing and validation processes.
Internship Experience at Genentech
Sylvia Cooley gained valuable industry experience through internships at Genentech in Hillsboro, Oregon. She worked as a Technical Regulation Intern for 3 months in 2015 and returned in 2016 for another 3 months as a Technical Regulation Biopharma Intern. These internships provided her with practical insights into technical regulations within the biopharmaceutical industry, further enhancing her understanding of compliance and regulatory affairs.
Academic Background and Research at Oregon State University
Sylvia Cooley earned her Bachelor's of Science degree in Bioengineering from Oregon State University, where she studied from 2011 to 2016. During her time at Oregon State University, she was actively involved in research. She worked as an Undergraduate Student Immunology Researcher for 2 years, contributing to immunology research projects. Additionally, she served as a URAP Assistant Researcher for 7 months. These roles helped her develop a solid foundation in scientific research and lab techniques.
Property Management at Maria Porter House
In addition to her scientific and engineering roles, Sylvia Cooley managed the Maria Porter House property in Corvallis, Oregon. She served as the Property Manager from 2011 to 2016. During her tenure, she was responsible for overseeing the property's operations, maintenance, and tenant relations, demonstrating her capability in property management and administrative tasks.