Patricia Koning
About Patricia Koning
Patricia Koning is a Public Information Officer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where she has worked since 2022. She holds a Bachelor's degree in English and History from UC Irvine and a Master's degree in Science Writing from Johns Hopkins University, and has extensive experience in communications and public relations within scientific institutions.
Current Role at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Patricia Koning serves as the Public Information Officer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for managing communications and public relations efforts, particularly focusing on the National Ignition Facility and Photon Science. Her work involves disseminating information to the public and stakeholders, ensuring clarity and transparency regarding LLNL's initiatives and research.
Previous Experience at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Prior to her current position, Patricia Koning worked at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory as the Communications Director for the National Ignition Facility and Photon Science from 2018 to 2022. In this capacity, she oversaw communication strategies and public relations efforts, contributing to the laboratory's outreach and engagement with various audiences.
Experience at Sandia National Laboratories
Patricia Koning held multiple roles at Sandia National Laboratories from 2003 to 2018. She began as a Technical Writer from 2003 to 2008, then advanced to Manager of California Communications and Information Management from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, she worked in Communications and Public Relations from 2008 to 2015, where she developed and implemented communication strategies.
Educational Background
Patricia Koning earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in English and History from the University of California, Irvine, studying from 1988 to 1992. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master’s Degree in Science Writing from Johns Hopkins University Advanced Academic Programs, completing her studies from 2016 to 2020. Her educational background supports her expertise in communication and public relations.
Technical Writing Experience
Throughout her career, Patricia Koning has gained extensive experience in technical writing. She worked as a Technical Writer at Applied Materials from 1995 to 1998 and at SBE, Inc. from 1998 to 2002. These roles involved creating clear and concise documentation, contributing to her strong foundation in effective communication within technical fields.