Dianna V.
About Dianna V.
Dianna V. is a Senior Research Associate at Sangamo Therapeutics, Inc., with a background in cell and molecular biology. She has extensive experience in biomedical research, having previously worked at Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research and the US Census Bureau.
Work at Sangamo Therapeutics
Dianna V. has been employed at Sangamo Therapeutics, Inc. since 2019, currently holding the position of Senior Research Associate. Her role involves contributing to the company's research initiatives in gene therapy and genomic medicine. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Research Associate III at the same organization from 2018 to 2019. This extensive experience within Sangamo Therapeutics highlights her commitment to advancing therapeutic solutions in the biotechnology sector.
Previous Experience at Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research
Dianna V. has a significant history with Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research (NIBR), where she worked in various capacities from 2012 to 2018. She began as a Scientific Associate I from 2012 to 2013, followed by a promotion to Scientific Associate II from 2013 to 2016. She later advanced to the role of Scientist I, serving from 2016 to 2018. Her tenure at NIBR involved research and development in the biomedical field, contributing to various projects aimed at innovative therapies.
Education and Expertise
Dianna V. holds a Master of Science degree in Biology with an emphasis on Cell and Molecular Biology and Stem Cell Science from San Francisco State University, which she completed from 2010 to 2012. She also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with a focus on Zoology from the same institution, graduating in 2009. Her educational background provides a strong foundation in biological sciences, equipping her with the necessary skills for her research roles.
Research Experience at Children's Hospital Oakland Research Institute
Before her tenure at Novartis, Dianna V. worked as a Graduate Student Researcher at the Children's Hospital Oakland Research Institute under Dr. Julie Saba from 2010 to 2012. This role involved conducting research that contributed to understanding various health issues, further enhancing her practical experience in a research environment.
Early Career at US Census Bureau and San Francisco State University
Dianna V. began her professional career as an Enumerator at the US Census Bureau in 2010 for a period of four months. Additionally, she gained research experience as an Undergraduate Student Researcher at San Francisco State University from 2007 to 2009, where she participated in MBRS-RISE and MARC NIH fellowships. These early roles provided her with foundational skills in data collection and research methodologies.