Cecile Maria Vazquez

Cecile Maria Vazquez has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Cecile Maria has worked at various organizations, starting with their role as an AltaMed Health Scholar at AltaMed Health Services in 2023. Prior to that, they held positions as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist and a Certified Phlebotomist (CPT1) & MA at Keck Medicine of USC from 2015 onwards.

In 2022, Cecile worked as a Research Analyst and later as a Team Lead Researcher at Keck Graduate Institute until May 2023. Before that, they served as the Health & Education Director at Uncommon Good Non-Profit Organization starting in October 2020.

Cecile also gained experience as a Graduate Student Consultant at Atara Biotherapeutics from September 2021 to May 2022, where they contributed to the company's cross-functional team communication and collaboration. Cecile Maria developed and published extensive documentation for the company's Operational Excellence department.

Prior to their graduate studies, Cecile worked as a Teacher Assistant & After School Education and Safety (ASES) Program Coordinator at Rosemead Unified School District from November 2014 to April 2016. Cecile Maria also worked as a Student Researcher at California State University, Los Angeles, where they conducted a study on the antimicrobial activity of herbal extracts against Staphylococcus aureus from September 2013 to June 2014.

Cecile Maria Vazquez completed their Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Biology/Biological Sciences, General at California State University, Los Angeles from 2008 to 2016. Cecile Maria then pursued a Master of Applied Life Sciences at Keck Graduate Institute, specializing in Bioprocessing, Technologies for Biomarker and Discovery, and Biomedical Sciences. Cecile Maria completed their master's degree in 2020. Additionally, Cecile has obtained certifications in Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens and Environmental, Health and Safety Certifications (BEAC) from Keck Medicine of USC, obtained in April 2021 and July 2015 respectively. Furthermore, they hold a certification as a HIPAA Professional (HIPAAP) from Keck Medicine of USC, although the specific date of when it was obtained is unknown.