Kristina Giorda, Ph.D.
About Kristina Giorda, Ph.D.
Kristina Giorda, Ph.D., is a Senior Product Manager at Watchmaker Genomics in Denver, Colorado, with a background in molecular biology and biochemistry. She has held various roles in the biotechnology sector, including positions at 10X Technologies and Integrated DNA Technologies.
Current Role at Watchmaker Genomics
Kristina Giorda serves as a Senior Product Manager at Watchmaker Genomics, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing product development and management strategies, contributing to the company's goals in the genomics sector. Her experience in product management is complemented by her extensive background in scientific research and applications development.
Previous Experience at 10X Technologies
Before her current position, Kristina worked at 10X Technologies as a Scientist in Applications Development from 2014 to 2016. During her two-year tenure, she focused on developing innovative applications that leveraged the company's technology, enhancing the capabilities of genomic analysis.
Educational Background
Kristina Giorda completed her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, from 2006 to 2012. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, where she studied from 2001 to 2006. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in the field of genomics.
Career Path in Biotechnology
Kristina's career in biotechnology includes various roles that span several companies and positions. She interned at Ion Torrent Systems in HLA Typing from 2012 to 2013 and later held multiple roles at the same company, including Scientist III in Molecular Biology from 2013 to 2014. She also worked at Integrated DNA Technologies in several capacities, including Staff Scientist and Director of Content Strategy, showcasing her versatility and expertise in the industry.
Professional Development at Integrated DNA Technologies
At Integrated DNA Technologies, Kristina held several significant positions from 2016 to 2021. She served as Staff Scientist from 2016 to 2018, followed by a role as NGS Commercial Marketing Manager from 2019 to 2020. Her final position there was Director of Content Strategy, which she held for seven months in 2021. These roles allowed her to develop a comprehensive understanding of product marketing and strategy within the genomics field.