Amber Gai-Deanda

Amber Gai-DeAnda is a highly skilled coating engineer at IDEX Optical Technologies since July 2021, with extensive experience in materials science and engineering. Prior to this role, Amber served as a postdoctoral researcher and lab manager at the University of Arizona, where responsibilities included managing laboratory operations, developing material processing procedures, and conducting advanced ceramic research. As an adjunct instructor, Amber taught engineering courses and fostered collaborative learning environments. Amber's academic background includes a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Arizona, where significant contributions were made in developing novel methodologies and presenting research at international conferences.