Cara Wilder

Cara Wilder, PhD, ELS, is a seasoned professional with a robust background in scientific writing and research. Currently serving as a Senior Scientific Writer and Senior Scientific Content Specialist at ATCC since March 2012, Cara Wilder excels in producing high-quality thought leadership and marketing content while ensuring consistency in messaging across the company's portfolio. Prior experience includes a role as a Technical Writer focused on scientific communication and a Research Associate position at the University of Maryland University College, where Cara Wilder conducted laboratory research on Borrelia burgdorferi. As a Graduate Research Assistant at Oregon State University, dissertation research centered on quorum-sensing systems in Pseudomonas aeruginosa, leveraging analytical skills and creativity to interpret complex data sets. Cara Wilder earned a Ph.D. in Microbiology from Oregon State University and a B.S. in Biology from William & Mary.