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Cristy Taylor

Biotechnology Research Leader
Fairland,OK

Summary

Dynamic leader with extensive experience at The Tech Interactive, driving strategic R&D initiatives and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven expertise in securing funding and enhancing research capabilities, while promoting digital transformation. Adept at curriculum creation and faculty communication, delivering impactful results in drug development and molecular biology research.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

Senior Vice President of Research and Development

The Tech Interactive
04.2016 - Current
  • Oversaw a long-term research and development plan, coordinating biological research projects with business objectives and international market demands.
  • Oversaw interdisciplinary teams in drug research, biotechnology, and molecular biology to hasten the creation of novel treatments.
  • Forged strategic alliances with government organizations, biotech companies, and academic institutions to increase research capacity.
  • Oversaw multibillion-dollar research budgets, guaranteeing effective resource distribution and innovation pipeline return on investment.
  • Promoted the incorporation of state-of-the-art technology into research operations, including CRISPR, high-throughput screening, and AI-driven analytics.

Associate Professor of Molecular and Cellular Biol

JMU Careers
01.2010 - 01.2016
  • Created and instructed advanced graduate and undergraduate courses in cell signaling, genetics, and molecular biology.
  • Obtained competitive extramural funds from the NSF and NIH to support both solo and group research initiatives.
  • Junior professors, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students received guidance and supervision in research design, publications, and career advancement.
  • Presented discoveries at international scientific conferences and published influential peer-reviewed journals.
  • Participated in academic policy, faculty hiring, and curriculum creation while serving on departmental and university committees.

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Mass General Brigham
07.2005 - 11.2009
  • Carried out both individual and group molecular biology research, producing unique data for publications with a significant impact.
  • Created and refined experimental procedures, such as sophisticated gene expression, protein analysis, and imaging methods.
  • Worked in interdisciplinary teams to incorporate computational models and bioinformatics into biological studies.
  • Presented research results at conferences both domestically and abroad, raising awareness of the lab's efforts.
  • In order to obtain financing for current and upcoming research projects, I helped write grant proposals and grants.

Education

Ph.D. - Biology

Harvard University
Cambridge, MA
05.2001 -

Master of Science - Biotechnology

University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI
05.2001 -

Skills

Strategic leadership

Strategic plans

Process improvements

Digital transformation

Faculty communication

Research expertise

Lesson planning

Curriculum creation

Interests

  • Molecular genetics
  • Biotechnology innovation
  • Translational biology
  • Drug discovery and development
  • Academic mentorship

Timeline

Senior Vice President of Research and Development

The Tech Interactive
04.2016 - Current

Associate Professor of Molecular and Cellular Biol

JMU Careers
01.2010 - 01.2016

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Mass General Brigham
07.2005 - 11.2009

Ph.D. - Biology

Harvard University
05.2001 -

Master of Science - Biotechnology

University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
05.2001 -

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