Miguel Castro
About Miguel Castro
Miguel Castro serves as the Deputy Team Leader at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2019. He holds a master's degree from Oregon State University and has over two decades of experience in health physics and technical services.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Miguel Castro has been employed at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) since 2002. He initially served as a Health and Safety Technologist from 2002 to 2009, where he contributed to safety protocols and health standards within the laboratory. In 2009, he transitioned to the role of Health Physicist, where he has worked for 15 years, focusing on radiation safety and health physics. Since 2019, he has taken on the position of Deputy Team Leader, overseeing various projects and initiatives within the laboratory.
Education and Expertise
Miguel Castro holds a Master’s degree from Oregon State University, which he completed from 2006 to 2008. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Redlands, studying from 1994 to 1997. His educational background provides a strong foundation in the sciences, particularly in areas relevant to his work in health physics and safety management.
Previous Experience at Clean Harbors
Before joining Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Miguel Castro worked at Clean Harbors as a Technical Services Manager from 1997 to 2002. In this role, he was responsible for managing technical services and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. His experience at Clean Harbors contributed to his expertise in safety and environmental management.
Career Timeline
Miguel Castro's career spans over two decades in the fields of health physics and safety management. He began his professional journey at Clean Harbors from 1997 to 2002, followed by a position at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory as a Health and Safety Technologist from 2002 to 2009. He has since progressed to the role of Health Physicist in 2009 and became Deputy Team Leader in 2019, reflecting his growth and development within the organization.