Andrew Garfoot, Ph.D.
About Andrew Garfoot, Ph.D.
Andrew Garfoot, Ph.D., is a Senior Scientist at Invenra, where he oversees operations in a COVID-19 testing lab. He has extensive experience in microbiology, having worked at various academic institutions and laboratories throughout his career.
Current Role at Invenra
Andrew Garfoot, Ph.D., serves as a Senior Scientist at Invenra, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees the day-to-day operations of a COVID-19 testing lab. His responsibilities include troubleshooting and validating testing processes and equipment. He also assists supervisors with quality assurance, quality control, and quality improvement initiatives within the lab.
Previous Experience in Research
Prior to his current position, Andrew Garfoot worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Wisconsin-Madison from 2017 to 2021. He also served as a Graduate Research Assistant at The Ohio State University from 2011 to 2017. His experience in research spans several years and includes roles that contributed to his expertise in microbiology.
Educational Background in Microbiology
Andrew Garfoot earned his Bachelor of Science (BS) in Microbiology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, studying from 2008 to 2011. He continued his education at The Ohio State University, where he obtained a Master of Science (MS) in Microbiology from 2011 to 2013, followed by a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Microbiology from 2014 to 2016.
Team Leadership at Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
Andrew Garfoot held the position of Team Lead at the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory from 2020 to 2021. In this role, he contributed to the operations of the laboratory, applying his knowledge and skills in microbiology to support diagnostic efforts.
Research Assistant Experience
Before his graduate studies, Andrew Garfoot worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the University of Wisconsin-Madison from 2008 to 2011. This role provided him with foundational research experience in microbiology, which he built upon in his subsequent academic and professional endeavors.