Vanessa Garcia
About Vanessa Garcia
Vanessa Garcia is a Quality Assurance Supervisor with extensive experience in microbiological testing and quality assurance practices. She has a strong background in Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), and has worked for several organizations including NASA Johnson Space Center and QuVa Pharma, Inc.
Current Role at QuVa Pharma
Vanessa Garcia serves as a Quality Assurance Supervisor at QuVa Pharma, Inc. since 2018. In this role, she oversees quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with industry standards. Her responsibilities include conducting internal and external audits, which are essential for maintaining quality and safety in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Prior to her current position, Vanessa worked at JES Tech as a Microbiologist for 11 months at NASA Johnson Space Center from 2016 to 2017. She also held the position of Laboratory Technician in Biological Quality Assurance at Gamma Biologicals Inc for one month in 2005. Additionally, she worked as a Research Associate I at Spectral Genomics from 2005 to 2007, gaining valuable experience in laboratory settings.
Educational Background in Biology
Vanessa Garcia earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Biology from the University of Houston. This educational foundation has equipped her with the scientific knowledge necessary for her roles in quality assurance and microbiological testing.
Expertise in Microbiological Testing
Vanessa possesses expertise in conducting molecular analysis of 16S and 18S rDNA, which are vital for identifying microbial species. She is skilled in identifying culturable bacteria and fungi in environmental and food samples, demonstrating her specialization in microbiological testing.
Knowledge of Quality Standards
Vanessa has a strong background in Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), which are critical for maintaining quality and safety in laboratory and manufacturing environments. She also has extensive knowledge of ISO 17025:2005 and TNI standards, essential for laboratory accreditation and quality assurance.