Federica D. possesses a robust professional background with extensive experience in research, program management, and diversity initiatives. Currently serving as a Research Assistant at the Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research since March 2023, Federica previously held roles such as Career Program Manager at the University of Washington and Veteran Services Navigator at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Additional leadership experience includes the position of Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Washington State University. Federica's career also includes operational management as Operations Manager at Omuse Products, and administrative support as an Executive Assistant Contractor at Amazon. An early career at Bellevue College involved roles in training, development, and human resources. Educational credentials include studies at Washington State University and continuing education at Bellevue College.
Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research
Established in 1989, Seattle Institute for Biomedical and Clinical Research (SIBCR) serves our nation’s Veterans through research and education endeavors at both divisions of the VA Puget Sound Health Care System (VAPSHCS) and Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center (MGVAMC). Our Mission says it all: To improve the health and well-being of Veterans through research and education conducted at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System and the Mann-Grandstaff VA Medical Center. Our investigators and staff are dedicated to the improvement of Veterans’ lives and SIBCR is dedicated to supporting their efforts by facilitating research and education projects funded by other federal agencies, voluntary health organizations, nonprofit professional societies, academic institutions and for-profit companies. SIBCR also works in conjunction with private donors to support research and education programs. In our three decades as a nonprofit institute 501(c)(3) incorporated in Washington State, our membership has grown to include both clinical and lab-based researchers in diverse areas such as: Diabetes treatment and prevention Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease Traumatic brain injury Geriatric care Rehabilitative medicine and prosthetics Addiction treatment, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders and psychological health Cancer care SIBCR is governed by a thirteen member Board of Directors, none of whom receive compensation for their service.