Kevin Cappa
About Kevin Cappa
Kevin Cappa is a Senior Research Engineer specializing in Systems Integration at Singular Genomics in San Diego, California. He has extensive experience in engineering roles at various biotechnology companies, including Element Biosciences and Illumina.
Work at Singular Genomics
Kevin Cappa has been employed at Singular Genomics since 2021, serving as a Senior Research Engineer in Systems Integration. His role involves overseeing the integration of various systems within the organization, contributing to the development of genomic technologies. Located in San Diego, California, he has been part of the team for three years, focusing on enhancing the efficiency and functionality of genomic applications.
Previous Experience in the Biotechnology Industry
Before joining Singular Genomics, Kevin Cappa worked at Element Biosciences as a Senior Fluidics Engineer II from 2020 to 2021. Prior to that, he spent four years at Illumina in various engineering roles, including Senior Development Engineer and Fluidics Engineer II - Development. His experience at Illumina spanned from 2014 to 2019, where he contributed to the development of fluidics systems essential for genomic sequencing technologies.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Cappa earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Biomedical Engineering from the University of California, Davis, completing his studies from 2010 to 2014. His educational background provides a strong foundation in engineering principles and applications relevant to the biotechnology sector, particularly in fluidics and systems integration.
Early Career and Advisory Role
In the early stages of his career, Kevin served as a Peer Advisor at UC Davis from 2012 to 2014. In this role, he provided guidance and support to fellow students, helping them navigate their academic paths. This experience contributed to his skills in communication and mentorship, which are valuable in his professional roles.