Agnieszka Cholka, Ms, MBA
About Agnieszka Cholka, Ms, MBA
Agnieszka Cholka is a Biosample Operations Manager at Sangamo Therapeutics, Inc., with extensive experience in research and laboratory management across various institutions. She holds an MBA in Health Care Management and a Master's degree in Animal Science.
Work at Sangamo Therapeutics
Agnieszka Cholka serves as the Biosample Operations Manager at Sangamo Therapeutics, Inc. since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the collection and distribution of clinical samples to various basic science laboratories. She ensures compliance with hospital and university regulatory standards and collaborates with researchers and physicians to maintain accuracy in study protocols.
Previous Experience in Research and Operations
Prior to her current position, Agnieszka Cholka held several roles in research and laboratory management. She worked at UT Southwestern Medical Center as a Sr. Research Associate and Lab Manager from 2018 to 2021. Earlier, she was a Research Assistant II and Lab Manager at the same institution from 2014 to 2017. Her experience also includes positions at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Bristol-Myers Squibb.
Education and Expertise
Agnieszka Cholka earned her Master's degree in Animal Science from Szkoła Główna Gospodarstwa Wiejskiego w Warszawie, completing her studies from 2001 to 2006. She later obtained a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Health Care Management from the Naveen Jindal School of Management at UT Dallas, where she studied from 2016 to 2018. Her educational background supports her expertise in biosample operations and management.
Compliance and Quality Assurance
In her current role and previous positions, Agnieszka Cholka is involved in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. She participates in the review of protocols and project proposals to assess the feasibility of biological sampling. Additionally, she completes competency assessments for staff and oversees adherence to hospital and university policies.
Collaboration in Research Initiatives
Agnieszka Cholka collaborates with medical and research staff to enhance performance improvement activities. She works closely with researchers, physicians, and contract research organizations (CROs) to ensure that clinical needs are met and that study protocols are followed accurately. Her collaborative efforts contribute to the efficiency of research initiatives.