Andrew McFarland

Andrew McFarland is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in engineering and technology leadership within the biotechnology and manufacturing sectors. Currently serving as Vice President of Hardware and Automation at Vivodyne, Andrew contributes to innovative approaches in studying human biology and therapeutics. Previous roles include Head of Engineering at Atomic Machines, where efforts focused on advancing next-gen manufacturing, and an independent contractor position for an AI-based IVF startup, notable for designing and building a cutting-edge IVF automation robot. Andrew's career spans significant leadership positions at Prellis Biologics and Berkeley Lights, Inc., along with earlier roles at MicroProbe, FormFactor, and Symyx Technologies. Andrew holds a PhD and MS in Nano/MEMS from the Georgia Institute of Technology, as well as a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley.