Amanda Cavallaro

Amanda Cavallaro is a highly experienced professional in scientific operations management, currently serving as the Scientific Operations Manager for Invertebrate and Media Prep Shared Resources at Howard Hughes Medical Institute since September 2006. In this role, Amanda manages workflow between operations facilities and laboratories, oversees large-scale multidepartment projects, and develops process flows and timelines to meet budget and deadline goals. Previously, Amanda held positions as a Scientific Operations Lead Specialist and Research Specialist at Howard Hughes Medical Institute, focusing on maintaining inventory and performing genetic crosses of Drosophila stocks. Amanda's earlier experience includes work as a Research Assistant at Columbia University, where responsibilities included microinjecting Drosophila embryos and preparing lab solutions. Academically, Amanda holds a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from Ithaca College and has pursued advanced education in Lean Six Sigma at Villanova University, along with studies at Cornell University and IES Study Abroad in Rome.