Katherina A.
About Katherina A.
Katherina A. is an Associate Director specializing in Uveal Melanoma at Castle Biosciences, Inc., where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in biomedical research and has held various roles at Baylor College of Medicine and other institutions.
Current Role at Castle Biosciences
Katherina A. serves as the Associate Director for Uveal Melanoma at Castle Biosciences, Inc. She has held this position since 2021. In her role, she focuses on advancing the understanding and treatment of uveal melanoma, a rare form of eye cancer. Her responsibilities include overseeing research initiatives and collaborating with clinical teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Previous Experience at Castle Biosciences
Before her current role, Katherina A. worked as a Medical Science Liaison at Castle Biosciences, Inc. from 2019 to 2021. In this capacity, she engaged with healthcare professionals to provide scientific information and support related to the company’s products and research in oncology.
Education and Expertise
Katherina A. earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Integrative and Molecular Biomedical Sciences from Baylor College of Medicine, completing her studies from 2014 to 2019. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Humanities from Rice University, where she studied from 2005 to 2010. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in biomedical research and clinical applications.
Research Experience at Baylor College of Medicine
Katherina A. has extensive research experience at Baylor College of Medicine. She began as a Post-baccalaureate Research Intern from 2013 to 2014, followed by a role as a PhD Candidate from 2014 to 2019. Additionally, she served as a Senior Project Manager at the Cardiovascular Research Institute for eight months in 2019. Her roles involved managing research projects and contributing to scientific studies.
Early Career and Internships
Katherina A. began her career with an internship at Houston Public Broadcasting Service, KUHT-TV, as a Television Production Intern in 2005. She also worked as a Research Assistant at the University of St. Thomas-Houston from 2012 to 2013. These early experiences provided her with diverse skills in research and communication.