Kathleen Garchitorena
About Kathleen Garchitorena
Kathleen Garchitorena is a CRTA Post-Baccalaureate Research Fellow at the National Institutes of Health, specializing in prostate cancer research in Dr. Figg's lab. She has a background in health studies and has previously worked as a clinical research intern and a certified nursing assistant.
Current Role at National Institutes of Health
Kathleen Garchitorena serves as a CRTA Post-baccalaureate Research Fellow at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland. She has held this position since 2022, focusing on prostate cancer research within Dr. Figg's Genitourinary Malignancies lab. Her work contributes to advancing understanding and treatment options for prostate cancer, a significant area of research within the field of oncology.
Previous Experience in Clinical Research
In 2021, Kathleen Garchitorena worked as a Clinical Research Intern at Axelrod Research, part of Hackensack Meridian Health. This role lasted for one month and provided her with foundational experience in clinical research methodologies and practices. Additionally, she served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the University of Richmond from 2019 to 2022, where she gained further research experience over three years.
Educational Background
Kathleen Garchitorena graduated from the University of Richmond in 2022 with a degree in Biology/Biological Sciences. She also pursued minors in Latin American and Iberian Studies, and Health Studies. Prior to her university education, she completed her high school education at Clarkstown North Senior High School, earning her High School Diploma in 2018.
Experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant
From 2021 to 2022, Kathleen Garchitorena worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant at The Laurels of University Park, LLC. This role involved providing direct patient care and support, enhancing her practical skills in healthcare settings. Her experience as a nursing assistant complements her academic background in health studies and her ongoing research in the medical field.