Simona Yakobson
About Simona Yakobson
Simona Yakobson is a Business to Business Marketing Associate and Vice President of the UCSD Chapter of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers, a position she has held since 2011. She studied Chemical Engineering at UC San Diego and has experience in various roles within the organization and related fields.
Current Role at American Institute of Chemical Engineers
Simona Yakobson serves as the Vice President of the UCSD Chapter of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) since 2011. In this role, she has contributed to the organization for over 13 years while based in New York, New York. Her leadership has been instrumental in promoting the interests of chemical engineering students and professionals within the chapter.
Educational Background
Simona Yakobson studied at UC San Diego, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from 2010 to 2014. Prior to that, she attended Osaka University in 2012 for a brief period, focusing on Electronics Engineering. Her academic background has provided her with a solid foundation in engineering principles.
Previous Experience at American Institute of Chemical Engineers
Before her current role, Simona Yakobson held the position of Company Showcase Chair at the American Institute of Chemical Engineers from 2012 to 2013. In this capacity, she was responsible for organizing events that showcased various companies to AIChE members. Additionally, she served as Publicity Chair for the AIChE Western Regional Conference during the 2011-2012 academic year and held the position of Vice President, Internal for the conference from 2012 to 2013.
Internship Experience
Simona Yakobson has gained practical experience through various internships. She worked as a Student Intern at the University of California, San Diego from 2010 to 2012, where she supported research initiatives. Currently, she is an Engineering Intern at Organovo Holdings, Inc., a position she has held since 2013, contributing to projects in Solana Beach, California.
Volunteer Research Experience
Simona Yakobson served as a Staff Volunteer Researcher in the Tauber Group at the University of California, San Diego from 2012 to 2013. This role involved assisting in research activities, further enhancing her skills and knowledge in the field of chemical engineering.