Cayla Mc Ewen
About Cayla Mc Ewen
Cayla Mc Ewen serves as the Senior Director of Research Operations at Sangamo Therapeutics, Inc., a position she has held since 2021. She has extensive experience in research operations, having previously worked at Circle Pharma, Inc. and the University of California, Santa Cruz.
Work at Sangamo Therapeutics
Cayla Mc Ewen currently serves as the Sr. Director of Research Operations at Sangamo Therapeutics, Inc. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's research initiatives in Richmond, California. Her role involves overseeing research operations, ensuring efficient processes, and supporting the advancement of Sangamo's therapeutic programs.
Previous Experience at Circle Pharma, Inc.
Prior to her current role, Mc Ewen worked at Circle Pharma, Inc. in various capacities. She served as Operations Manager from 2015 to 2018, followed by a position as Sr. Operations Manager for four months in 2018. Additionally, she worked as a Consulting Operations Manager and later as a Consulting Sr. Operations Manager from 2013 to 2021. Her tenure at Circle Pharma involved managing operations and supporting the company's growth in the biotech sector.
Education and Expertise
Cayla Mc Ewen holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from San Jose State University, which she completed from 2020 to 2023. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemistry from Washington State University, where she studied from 2007 to 2009. Additionally, she has studied Engineering Physics/Applied Physics at Kettering University and General Studies at Green River Community College, where she obtained an Associate of Arts (A.A.).
Background in Research and Academia
Mc Ewen has a background in research and academia, having worked at the University of California, Santa Cruz. She held several roles, including Laboratory Manager for Lokey and Linington Labs from 2010 to 2013, Director of Research Business and Operations from 2019 to 2021, and Grants Officer from 2015 to 2016. Her experience in these positions involved managing laboratory operations, overseeing research business functions, and supporting grant applications.
Early Career and Research Assistant Roles
Cayla Mc Ewen began her career as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at Washington State University from 2007 to 2009. She also served as a Laboratory Manager/Research Assistant for four months in 2010 and worked as a Teaching Assistant for General and Organic Chemistry from 2008 to 2009. These roles provided her with foundational experience in research methodologies and academic support.