Paweena Lizarraga

Paweena Lizarraga is an experienced professional in the biotechnology and life sciences sectors, currently serving as an Associate Scientist at Tempo Bioscience since February 2021. Previous roles include Research Associate at STAIDSON BIOPHARMA INC, where responsibilities included developing and executing biochemical and cellular assays, and Quality Control Analyst II at Fujifilm Cellular Dynamics, performing in-process and finished product testing. Paweena has also held positions such as Stem Cell Production Specialist II, actively contributing to the creation of the world's largest iPSC bank, and Lab Aide at The Gladstone Institutes, focusing on human iPSC generation. Early experience includes a Laboratory Assistant position at USDA-ARS, working on wheat protein screening and sequencing. Paweena's educational background includes a Master's degree in Toxicology from Mahidol University and multiple biotechnology-related certificates from City College of San Francisco.