Rebecca Silcock
About Rebecca Silcock
Rebecca Silcock is a Managing Scientist at Exponent, where she has worked since 2008. She holds a PhD in Biosynthetic Chemistry and a BA in Natural Sciences from the University of Cambridge.
Work at Exponent
Rebecca Silcock has served as a Managing Scientist at Exponent since 2008. In this role, she applies her extensive knowledge in biosynthetic chemistry and regulatory science to various projects. Her responsibilities include overseeing scientific research and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. With over 16 years of experience at Exponent, she has contributed to the advancement of scientific understanding in her field.
Education and Expertise
Rebecca Silcock earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biosynthetic Chemistry from the University of Cambridge, where she studied from 1991 to 1994. Prior to her PhD, she completed her Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Natural Sciences at the same institution from 1988 to 1991. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in scientific research and regulatory affairs.
Background
Before joining Exponent, Rebecca Silcock worked at Syngenta for over a decade. She held the position of Dietary Safety Team Leader from 1995 to 2001, where she focused on dietary safety assessments. Subsequently, she served as Regulatory Metabolism Senior Study Director from 2001 to 2008, managing studies related to regulatory metabolism in Cheshire. Her experience at Syngenta contributed to her expertise in regulatory science.
Professional Experience at Syngenta
Rebecca Silcock's tenure at Syngenta spanned from 1995 to 2008, during which she held two significant roles. As Dietary Safety Team Leader, she led initiatives to evaluate dietary safety, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Later, as Regulatory Metabolism Senior Study Director, she directed studies that informed regulatory submissions and compliance. This experience laid the groundwork for her current role at Exponent.