Taryn Horr
About Taryn Horr
Taryn Horr is a Senior Scientist at Exponent, where she has worked since 2016. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Virginia Tech, where she also gained experience in various research and supervisory roles.
Current Role at Exponent
Taryn Horr currently serves as a Senior Scientist at Exponent, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she focuses on scientific research and analysis, contributing her expertise to various projects. Her tenure at Exponent has allowed her to deepen her knowledge in her field and engage in complex problem-solving related to scientific inquiries.
Previous Experience at Exponent
Prior to her current role, Taryn Horr worked at Exponent as a Food Scientist from 2014 to 2016. During this time, she was involved in projects that required her to apply her scientific knowledge to food-related challenges. This experience laid the groundwork for her advancement to the Senior Scientist position.
Educational Background
Taryn Horr earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Virginia Tech, where she studied from 2009 to 2013. Her education provided her with a solid foundation in scientific principles and research methodologies, which she has applied throughout her career.
Research Experience at Virginia Tech
Taryn Horr participated in the National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates at Virginia Tech in 2012. This two-month program allowed her to gain hands-on research experience, further enhancing her skills and understanding of scientific research processes.
Professional Roles Prior to Exponent
Before joining Exponent, Taryn Horr held several positions that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a Production Supervisor at Maple Leaf Foods Inc. for six months in 2013-2014. Additionally, she served as a Virginia Technician in a senior design project for a peanut processing facility from 2012 to 2013 and as a Math Emporium Assistant from 2011 to 2013 at Virginia Tech.