Katie Cary
About Katie Cary
Katie Cary serves as the Director of Facilities at Sangamo Therapeutics, Inc. in Richmond, CA, where she has worked since 2019. With a background in ergonomics and extensive experience in environmental health and safety, she previously held positions at Medarex and Geron.
Current Role at Sangamo Therapeutics
Katie Cary has served as the Director of Facilities at Sangamo Therapeutics, Inc. since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the facilities management, ensuring operational efficiency, and supporting the company's laboratory and office environments. Her position is based in Richmond, CA, where she contributes to the strategic planning and execution of facility-related projects.
Previous Experience at Medarex and Geron
Prior to her current role, Katie Cary worked at Medarex as an Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Manager from 2001 to 2006. Following her tenure at Medarex, she served as an EH&S Consultant at Geron from 2006 to 2010. These positions provided her with extensive experience in environmental health and safety protocols within the biotechnology sector.
Education and Academic Background
Katie Cary earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Humboldt State University, where she studied from 1994 to 1997. This educational background laid the foundation for her career in facilities management and environmental health and safety.
Expertise in Facilities Management
Katie Cary possesses specialized expertise in space planning, lab and office construction, and project management. Her professional background in ergonomics further enhances her ability to design functional and efficient workspaces. Additionally, she has in-depth knowledge of biosafety and chemical hygiene, which is critical in maintaining safe laboratory environments.