Rafael O Torres Cruz
About Rafael O Torres Cruz
Rafael O Torres Cruz serves as the Safety Engineering Activity Program Manager at the National Institutes of Health, a position he has held since 2015. He has an extensive background in biosafety and public health, supported by degrees from multiple institutions.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Rafael O Torres Cruz has been employed at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since 2007. He currently holds the position of Safety Engineering Activity Program Manager, a role he has fulfilled since 2015. In this capacity, he oversees safety engineering activities and ensures compliance with safety regulations. Prior to this, he served as a Biosurety Officer and Select Agent Program Manager from 2007 to 2013. Additionally, he has worked as a Biocontainment Program Manager since 2013, contributing to the management of biocontainment protocols and practices.
Education and Expertise
Rafael O Torres Cruz holds multiple degrees in relevant fields. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from the Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master’s Degree in Public Health from Touro University between 2005 and 2007. Additionally, he completed an Associate’s Degree in Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician at The George Washington University. He also holds a Master’s Degree in Quality System Management from The National Graduate School of Quality Management, which he completed in 2005.
Background
Rafael O Torres Cruz has a diverse background in safety and health management, particularly within the context of the National Institutes of Health. His career at NIH began in 2007, and he has accumulated extensive experience in biosafety and biocontainment. His educational background in biology, public health, and quality management complements his professional roles, allowing him to effectively manage safety engineering and biosurety programs.
Professional Experience
Throughout his career at the National Institutes of Health, Rafael O Torres Cruz has held several key positions that reflect his expertise in safety and biosafety management. His roles include serving as a Biosurety Officer and Select Agent Program Manager, where he was responsible for overseeing select agent regulations and ensuring biosafety compliance. His current role as Safety Engineering Activity Program Manager involves managing safety protocols and engineering practices to enhance safety measures at NIH.