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Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Linkedin About Section
Selected Achievements
Languages And Certifications
Certification
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Dianne Chung

Mountain View,CA

Summary

Dynamic Automation Scientist with a proven track record at Strateos, specializing in workflow automation and process optimization. Expert in LIMS integration and cross-functional collaboration, delivering client-facing solutions that enhance satisfaction. Recognized for improving compliance and quality assurance, driving significant advancements in research efficiency and operational scalability.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Product Auditor & Staff Researcher

The Loneliness Project / Women’s Health Initiative
San Jose, USA
04.2023 - Current
  • Audited weekly website product performance, ensuring accessibility and usability improvements.
  • Analyzed user engagement and provided actionable insights for product optimization.
  • Partnered with marketing, design, and clinical teams to launch CEO-approved updates.
  • Organized and synthesized feedback to improve UI design and product efficacy.

Automation Scientist

Strateos
Menlo Park, USA
08.2022 - Current
  • Built and optimized automated workflows across 3 robotic systems serving 12+ high-profile clients.
  • Delivered client-facing automation solutions, reducing turnaround and improving client satisfaction.
  • Standardized Echo, Tecan, and Hamilton workflows, enabling reproducibility and scalability.
  • Conducted internal audits to improve lab compliance and documentation practices.

Clinical Operations Automation Specialist (Contract)

Sutro BioPharma
Menlo Park, USA
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Supported operations across manufacturing, MSAT, and R&D for five clinical products.
  • Authored and updated SOPs, enhancing quality and compliance.
  • Investigated deviations and implemented CAPA improvements, strengthening reliability.
  • Streamlined processes for large-scale protein expression in cell-free environments.

Automation Scientist

Aether Biomachines
Menlo Park, USA
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Managed compound inventory and automated workflows for enzyme discovery pipelines.
  • Designed and validated data-driven assay pipelines, accelerating research output.
  • Integrated LIMS with automated workflows, enabling scalable and efficient operations.
  • Led training and onboarding for automated systems, improving team productivity.

Reagent Production Associate (Contract)

Cepheid
Sunnyvale, USA
04.2020 - 05.2021
  • Produced bulk reagents and diagnostic components under GMP/GLP standards.
  • Supported FDA EUA-approved COVID-19 test production, scaling to 20M+ tests/quarter.
  • Recognized for adaptability during rapid production scale-up.

Education

B.A. - Integrative Biology, Peace & Conflict Studies, Journalism

University of California, Berkeley
08.2019

Global Media & Communication Law - UCEAP

University of East Anglia
Norwich, UK
06.2019

Skills

  • Workflow automation
  • LIMS
  • QA systems
  • GMP/GLP compliance
  • CAPA processes
  • Molecular biology pipelines
  • Process optimization
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Quality assurance
  • Project support
  • Technical training
  • Data analysis tools
  • Clinical research coordination
  • Health education
  • Data analysis
  • Quality control
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Documentation standards
  • Client relationship management
  • Effective communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Compliance standards

Accomplishments

  • Reduced turnaround times by 30% through client-facing automation projects at Strateos, improving product delivery and strengthening customer relationships.
  • Scaled production to support over 20 million COVID-19 diagnostic tests in one quarter, recognized for adaptability and results under FDA EUA.
  • Designed and validated end-to-end automated pipelines at Aether Biomachines, enabling faster data insights and R&D decision-making.
  • Trained and supported multidisciplinary teams in automation systems, increasing efficiency and knowledge transfer across technical and non-technical staff.
  • Implemented CAPA-driven process improvements at Sutro BioPharma, enhancing reliability and compliance in clinical product manufacturing.

Linkedin About Section

I’m an operations and automation specialist with 4+ years of experience driving efficiency and innovation at the intersection of biotech, health tech, and technology. My background spans lab automation, process optimization, and quality assurance, with a track record of delivering results in both startups and regulated environments. Highlights include leading automation projects at Strateos that cut turnaround times by 30%, supporting Cepheid’s scale-up to 20M+ diagnostic tests per quarter during the COVID-19 pandemic, and building automated pipelines with LIMS integration at Aether Biomachines that accelerated R&D decision-making. I thrive on translating complex systems into scalable workflows, collaborating across teams, and ensuring compliance without slowing down innovation. Currently, I’m seeking hybrid or remote opportunities in biotech, health tech, or tech operations where I can help teams streamline processes, deliver impactful results, and scale with confidence.

Selected Achievements

  • Strateos: Reduced turnaround times by 30% through client-facing automation projects, improving product delivery and customer satisfaction.
  • Cepheid: Scaled production to support 20M+ COVID-19 diagnostic tests in a single quarter during FDA EUA ramp-up, recognized for adaptability under pressure.
  • Aether Biomachines: Designed and validated automated pipelines with LIMS integration, enabling faster R&D decision-making and scalable operations.
  • Sutro BioPharma: Implemented CAPA-driven process improvements and authored SOPs, strengthening compliance and clinical manufacturing reliability.
  • Cross-functional Leadership: Trained and supported multidisciplinary teams in automation workflows, boosting efficiency and knowledge transfer across technical and non-technical groups.

Languages And Certifications

  • Korean, Native/Bilingual Proficiency
  • Red Cross CPR/AED & First Aid Instructor, 2016
  • Optometric Technician Certification, 2019

Certification

  • Red Cross CPR/AED & First Aid Instructor (Valid since 2023)
  • CPR/AED & First Aid Certified since 2016
  • Optometric Technician Certification (2019)
  • Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Certified since 2024

Languages

Korean
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Product Auditor & Staff Researcher

The Loneliness Project / Women’s Health Initiative
04.2023 - Current

Automation Scientist

Strateos
08.2022 - Current

Clinical Operations Automation Specialist (Contract)

Sutro BioPharma
08.2022 - 02.2023

Automation Scientist

Aether Biomachines
08.2021 - 08.2022

Reagent Production Associate (Contract)

Cepheid
04.2020 - 05.2021

B.A. - Integrative Biology, Peace & Conflict Studies, Journalism

University of California, Berkeley

Global Media & Communication Law - UCEAP

University of East Anglia