Sarah Olivares
About Sarah Olivares
Sarah Olivares is a Research Associate III at Nektar Therapeutics with a strong background in pharmaceuticals and a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Alabama. She has expertise in various laboratory techniques and has held multiple positions in sales and research throughout her career.
Current Role at Nektar Therapeutics
Sarah Olivares currently holds the position of Research Associate III at Nektar Therapeutics, where she has been employed since 2019. Her work is based in Huntsville, Alabama, and she has accumulated five years of experience in this role. In her capacity, she contributes to research initiatives within the pharmaceutical industry, leveraging her extensive background in laboratory practices and quality assurance.
Previous Experience at Nektar Therapeutics
Prior to her current role, Sarah worked as a Research Associate II at Nektar Therapeutics from 2018 to 2019. This position allowed her to further develop her skills in research and laboratory techniques within the pharmaceutical sector. Her tenure at Nektar Therapeutics has provided her with a solid foundation in drug development processes.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Olivares earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Chemistry from the University of Alabama, completing her studies from 2008 to 2012. Her educational background is complemented by expertise in various laboratory techniques, including FTIR, HPLC, UV/Vis Spectroscopy, and adherence to Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.
Work History in Retail
Sarah has experience in the retail sector, having worked at Michael Kors in various capacities. She served as a Seasonal Sales Associate for two months in 2014, then again for three months in 2015 to 2016, and later as a Sales Associate for seven months from 2017 to 2018 in the Huntsville, Alabama area. This experience provided her with customer service skills and retail knowledge.
Internship Experience
Sarah completed internships at Alutiiq in 2009 and 2010, each lasting three months. These internships provided her with early exposure to the professional environment and helped her gain practical experience in the field of chemistry before pursuing her career in the pharmaceutical industry.