Kaitlyn Williams
About Kaitlyn Williams
Kaitlyn Williams is a Quality Assurance Compliance Technical Specialist I at NMS Labs, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in forensic science, having held various roles at NMS Labs and studied at The University of Texas at El Paso and Florida International University.
Current Role at NMS Labs
Kaitlyn Williams currently holds the position of Quality Assurance Compliance Technical Specialist I at NMS Labs, a role she has occupied since 2020. In this capacity, she engages in Continuous Quality Improvement efforts, ensuring that the company's quality assurance processes meet established standards. She is responsible for reviewing proficiency data prior to submission and coordinating external audits with relevant staff members. Her work contributes to maintaining the integrity and reliability of laboratory operations.
Previous Experience at NMS Labs
Kaitlyn Williams worked at NMS Labs as Forensic Chemist I from 2016 to 2018 and as Forensic Chemist II from 2018 to 2020. During her tenure, she participated in the design and scheduling of internal audits, which are essential for maintaining compliance with industry standards. She also attended professional meetings and conferences focused on quality assurance activities, sharing insights and best practices with her colleagues, thereby enhancing the overall quality framework at the laboratory.
Education and Qualifications
Kaitlyn Williams earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Forensic Science from The University of Texas at El Paso, where she studied from 2012 to 2016. She furthered her education by obtaining a Professional Science Master's degree in Forensic Science from Florida International University, completing her studies in 2018. Her academic background provides a solid foundation for her work in forensic chemistry and quality assurance.
Research Experience
Prior to her professional roles, Kaitlyn Williams served as an Undergraduate Researcher at The University of Texas at El Paso from 2014 to 2016. In this position, she gained valuable research experience that contributed to her understanding of forensic science methodologies and practices. This early involvement in research has informed her subsequent work in quality assurance and forensic chemistry.