Rachel Lacasse
About Rachel Lacasse
Current Role at National Institutes of Health
Rachel Lacasse serves as the Animal Resource Program Administrator and Facilities Manager at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2011. In this role, she oversees the administration of animal resources and manages facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. Her responsibilities include coordinating animal care and use programs, supporting research initiatives, and maintaining operational efficiency within the facilities.
Previous Experience at National Institutes of Health
Prior to her current position, Rachel Lacasse held several roles at the National Institutes of Health. She worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow from 2002 to 2005, followed by a position as a Senior Research Assistant from 2005 to 2007. From 2007 to 2011, she served as a BSL4 Study Coordinator and Senior Research Assistant. These positions contributed to her extensive experience in research and animal resource management within a leading biomedical research institution.
Education and Expertise
Rachel Lacasse earned her Doctor of Philosophy degree in Biochemistry and Microbiology from the University of Montana, where she studied from 1993 to 1998. This educational background provided her with a strong foundation in the biological sciences, which she has applied throughout her career in various research and administrative roles in the field of animal resources.
Postdoctoral Fellowship at The University of Alabama At Birmingham
Before joining the National Institutes of Health, Rachel Lacasse completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship at The University of Alabama at Birmingham from 1998 to 2002. This experience further developed her research skills and expertise in her field, preparing her for subsequent roles at NIH.