Maria Geraghty
About Maria Geraghty
Maria Geraghty serves as the Program Coordinator for Life Sciences at Innovation Works, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in bioengineering and experience in microbiology research and medical device development.
Current Role at Innovation Works
Maria Geraghty serves as the Program Coordinator for Life Sciences at Innovation Works, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on supporting the life sciences sector, coordinating various initiatives and programs. Her work involves collaboration with Allegheny Health Network, enhancing the connection between healthcare and innovation.
Previous Experience in Life Sciences
Before her current role, Maria Geraghty worked as a Life Sciences Intern at Innovation Works for six months in 2021. She also coordinated the AlphaLab Health program, which is a life sciences accelerator in partnership with Allegheny Health Network. Her experience in these positions has provided her with a strong foundation in the life sciences industry.
Educational Background in Engineering
Maria Geraghty earned her Master of Science in Bioengineering from the University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering, studying from 2020 to 2021. Prior to that, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York, where she studied from 2016 to 2020. Her education has equipped her with essential knowledge in engineering principles relevant to the life sciences.
Teaching and Tutoring Experience
Maria Geraghty has experience in teaching and tutoring. She worked as a Teaching Assistant at HYPOTHEkids in New York from 2019 to 2020 for one year. Additionally, she served as a Geometry Tutor at the Teaching and Learning Center at Columbia University for seven months during the same period. These roles have contributed to her skills in education and mentorship.
Research and Development Background
Maria Geraghty has a background in microbiology research and medical device development. She worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering from 2020 to 2021. This experience has provided her with insights into research methodologies and the development processes in the biomedical field.