Shelby Reaburn
About Shelby Reaburn
Shelby Reaburn serves as the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program Manager at BenchSci in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, a position she has held since 2022. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with a minor in Psychology from Carleton University, and has previously worked in various roles at BenchSci and other organizations.
Work at BenchSci
Shelby Reaburn currently serves as the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program Manager at BenchSci, a position held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on implementing strategies that promote diversity and inclusion within the organization. Prior to this, she worked as a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisor at BenchSci from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, she held the position of Operations Manager from 2017 to 2021, where she contributed to the operational efficiency of the company.
Education and Expertise
Shelby Reaburn earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree from Carleton University, where she studied Biology with a minor in Psychology. Her academic journey spanned from 2012 to 2017, equipping her with a strong foundation in scientific principles and psychological insights. This educational background supports her work in diversity and inclusion, providing her with the analytical skills necessary for program development and implementation.
Previous Work Experience
Before her tenure at BenchSci, Shelby Reaburn worked as a Project Coordinator at Families Matter Co-operative from 2015 to 2016. In this role, she was responsible for managing projects that supported family services in the Ottawa area. Additionally, she briefly worked as a Quality Assurance Supervisor at Compass Group in 2015, where she focused on maintaining quality standards in operations. Her diverse work experience contributes to her current role in managing diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Career Progression
Shelby Reaburn's career has shown a clear trajectory towards roles focused on diversity and operational management. Starting as a Quality Assurance Supervisor in 2015, she transitioned to a Project Coordinator role and then to various positions at BenchSci, ultimately becoming the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program Manager. This progression highlights her commitment to fostering inclusive environments and her ability to adapt to different organizational needs.