Rebecca Udman
About Rebecca Udman
Rebecca Udman serves as the Senior Director of People Operations at Sana Biotechnology, Inc., where she has worked since 2020. With extensive experience in human resources, she has held various roles at notable companies such as Amazon and Juno Therapeutics, focusing on talent management and employee relations.
Current Role at Sana Biotechnology
Rebecca Udman serves as the Senior Director of People Operations at Sana Biotechnology, Inc. since 2020. In this role, she oversees various aspects of human resources, focusing on talent management and organizational development. Previously, she held the position of Director of People Operations at Sana from 2018 to 2020, where she contributed to the company's HR strategies and initiatives in Seattle.
Previous Experience at Juno Therapeutics
Rebecca Udman worked at Juno Therapeutics, Inc. in multiple roles. She served as Associate Director of People Operations for 11 months in 2017 to 2018, where she implemented best practice solutions tailored to the company's needs. Earlier in 2017, she was an HR Operations Project Manager on a contract basis for 3 months, focusing on operational efficiency within the HR function.
Career Background at Amazon and Washington Mutual
Rebecca Udman has extensive experience in recruitment and HR operations. She worked at Amazon as a Recruiting Program Manager for two divisions: Amazon Web Services from 2014 to 2016 and Kindle from 2011 to 2013. Earlier in her career, she was a Recruiting Assistant at Washington Mutual from 2001 to 2002 and later served as an HR Specialist from 2002 to 2007, gaining valuable insights into recruitment and employee relations.
Education and Expertise in Human Resources
Rebecca Udman earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management with a concentration in Human Resources from Western Washington University, studying from 1997 to 2000. She is recognized for her expertise in talent management, succession planning, and calibrating pay and performance measures across diverse groups. Additionally, she conducts investigations in both non-union and unionized environments to address employee relations issues.
Strategic HR Partnership at Swedish Medical Center
Rebecca Udman served as a Strategic HR Partner at Swedish Medical Center from 2007 to 2011. In this role, she focused on aligning HR strategies with organizational goals, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the HR function within the medical center.