Laura Mc Caslin
About Laura Mc Caslin
Laura Mc Caslin is a Staff Scientist at Sandia National Laboratories, passionate about teaching and mentoring future science leaders.
Current Position at Sandia National Laboratories
Laura Mc Caslin is currently working as a Staff Scientist at Sandia National Laboratories, a position she has held since 2020. Located in Livermore, California, Sandia National Laboratories is a premier research institution focused on national security and technology innovation. Laura’s role involves contributing to significant scientific advancements and research projects.
Previous Research Experience at UC Irvine
Before joining Sandia National Laboratories, Laura Mc Caslin served as a Postdoctoral Researcher at UC Irvine from 2019 to 2020. During her 4-month tenure in Irvine, CA, she engaged in advanced scientific research and worked closely with other experts in the field, building on her extensive background in experimental research. Her time at UC Irvine further solidified her expertise and contributions to the scientific community.
Fellowship at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
From 2017 to 2019, Laura Mc Caslin was a Zuckerman STEM Leadership Postdoctoral Fellow at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. This prestigious fellowship provided her with the opportunity to deepen her research in collaboration with leading experimental research groups globally. Through this role, she was able to expand her academic network and contribute to notable scientific publications and research projects.
Educational Background in Physical Chemistry and Chemical Biology
Laura Mc Caslin earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physical Chemistry from The University of Texas at Austin, where she studied from 2012 to 2016. In addition, she holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemical Biology from the University of California, Berkeley, achieved between 2008 and 2012. Her educational background has laid a strong foundation for her career in scientific research and academia.
Teaching and Mentoring Experience
Laura Mc Caslin is passionate about teaching and mentoring the next generation of science leaders. She has developed and led four two-week leadership training workshops for young women aged 15-17 during the summers of 2012-2013. Additionally, she has experience as a Private Tutor with StudyPoint from 2014 to 2016, and she has held teaching and mentoring roles at UC Berkeley and The University of Texas at Austin.