Tammy Olson
About Tammy Olson
Tammy Olson is a Staff Scientist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, where she has worked since 2013. She has a background in Chemical Engineering and Physical Chemistry, holding a BS from Washington State University and a PhD from the University of California, Santa Cruz.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Tammy Olson has held multiple positions at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) since 2005. She began her tenure as a Lawrence Scholar from 2005 to 2009, contributing to various research initiatives for four years. Following this role, she served as a Postdoctoral Researcher from 2009 to 2013, furthering her research capabilities for another four years. Since 2013, she has been employed as a Staff Scientist, accumulating over eleven years of experience in this role. Her work at LLNL focuses on advancing scientific knowledge and technology.
Education and Expertise
Tammy Olson earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from Washington State University, where she studied from 1998 to 2003. During her undergraduate studies, she worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant from 2000 to 2003, gaining practical experience in research methodologies. She then pursued a PhD in Physical Chemistry at the University of California, Santa Cruz, from 2003 to 2009. Throughout her doctoral studies, she served as a Graduate Student, engaging in in-depth research in her field.
Background
Tammy Olson has a strong academic and professional background in chemical engineering and physical chemistry. Her educational journey began at Washington State University, where she developed foundational knowledge in chemical engineering. She then advanced her studies at the University of California, Santa Cruz, where she specialized in physical chemistry. This combination of education and research experience has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
Research Experience
Throughout her career, Tammy Olson has engaged in significant research activities. Her experience as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Washington State University and as a Graduate Student at the University of California, Santa Cruz, laid the groundwork for her later research roles. At Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, her positions as Lawrence Scholar, Postdoctoral Researcher, and currently as Staff Scientist have allowed her to contribute to various scientific projects and initiatives, enhancing her expertise in the field.