Gabriela McCarthy has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries. Gabriela started their career as a Graduate Research Assistant at Auburn University, where they conducted postharvest quality analysis and performed statistical analyses of data. Gabriela also applied for funds and grants and presented scientific papers at meetings and conferences.
Following their role at Auburn University, Gabriela worked as a Postharvest Scientist at Windham Packaging for seven years. In this position, they likely conducted research and implemented scientific practices related to postharvest processing and preservation.
Gabriela then took on the role of Quality Manager at State Garden, Inc. (Olivia's Organics), where they were responsible for implementing food safety and quality control practices. Gabriela obtained certifications in HACCP, SQF, and FSPCA and oversaw workers engaged in testing activities.
Prior to their current role, Gabriela served as a Software Engineering Fellow at Springboard. During this time, they completed a comprehensive program to develop skills in front-end and back-end web development, databases, and data structures and algorithms. Gabriela also created a full stack app for Windham Packaging that allowed users to access postharvest data on various produce commodities.
Currently, Gabriela is a Software Engineer I at TraceLink, where they apply their technical expertise to develop software solutions.
Gabriela McCarthy's education history is as follows:
From 2022 to 2023, they attended Springboard and studied Software Engineering, although no degree was specified.
From 2013 to 2015, they pursued a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Horticultural Science at Auburn University.
From 2010 to 2012, they studied Biology and obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from the University of New Hampshire, College of Life Sciences and Agriculture.
From 2008 to 2010, they attended High Point University, although no degree was specified, and focused on Biology.
In addition to their formal education, Gabriela obtained several certifications. In February 2022, they completed "Coding for Beginners 2" at Applause Interactive. In January 2022, they also completed "Coding for Beginners 1" at the same institution.
Gabriela obtained the "FSPCA Preventive Controls Qualified Individual" certification from the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance in June 2016. In November 2015, they became a "Certified Food Safety HACCP Manager" through the National Registry of Food Safety Professionals (NRFSP).
Although an additional certification called "Implementing SQF Systems" is mentioned, no specific details regarding the institution or time of completion are provided.
May, 2023 - present