Naymalis La Santa Medina
Fairfield
Summary
Results-driven scientific professional with robust background in laboratory management and focus on precision and efficiency. Brings history of successful leadership and operational effectiveness. Known for teamwork, adaptability, and fostering collaborative environments. Expertise in procurement processes and laboratory process optimization.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Manager
UC Davis Health
05.2025 - Current
- Manages six research labs under the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, overseeing fellows, residents, students and other affiliated personnel while maintaining oversight of lab safety, regulatory protocols, and use of hazardous and biological materials
Laboratory Manager II
HHMI, Stanford University, Bertozzi Lab
02.2023 - 02.2025
- Directly supervised and mentored the Assistant Lab Manager, ensuring completion of tasks and projects within the lab
- Managed procurement of supplies and equipment through HHMI's Ariba/P2P and Stanford's Oracle Financials System
- Closely collaborated with the lab's Administrators and HHMI's Science Operations Manager to monitor lab budget, onboard research personnel, execute complex vendor contracts, and manage asset inventory
- Oversaw EH&S protocols to maintain chemical and biosafety compliance, reducing hazards and ensuring safe research environment
- Served as primary liaison between the laboratory and facilities, EH&S teams, and service vendors, ensuring timely resolution of issues and effective communication
- Successfully secured a 6-month loaner contract for a $2M Mass Spectrometer while addressing space and electrical needs
- Acted as a committee member of the Lab Managers Network of Professionals (LMNOP) and helped organize LMNOP’s FY24 Boston Regional Meeting
Laboratory Manager II
Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI), UCSF, Knight Lab
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Directed modifications of animal study protocols, ensuring IACUC compliance, accurate documentation, and addressing animal health concerns to support ethical research
- Designed and implemented rodent surgical models in collaboration with lab members, students, and researchers (e.g., intragastric catheterization, gastric fistulas) to meet specific project objectives
- Conducted staff training on complex surgical techniques and in vivo procedures, enhancing team proficiency and procedural success rates
- Managed transgenic rodent colonies, including genotyping using qPCR protocols, ensuring accuracy in genetic analysis and lineage tracking
- Maintained EH&S compliance by overseeing safety documentation, managing controlled substances, and ensuring proper disposal practices
- Optimized laboratory operations by managing the procurement of supplies and equipment, coordinating equipment maintenance, and onboarding lab members
Animal Care Technician III
Charles River Labs (contract site: Tenaya Therapeutics)
03.2020 - 11.2020
- Supported in vivo studies by performing dosing, body weights, tissue collection, and post-surgical monitoring in mouse and rat models
- Administered veterinary treatments in accordance with established protocols
- Managed transgenic breeding colonies, including breeding, litter identification, tagging, weaning, and genotyping
Research Assistant I, RVT
WVU Office of Lab Animal Resources
03.2018 - 02.2020
- Provided veterinary care and case management for multiple species, including rodents, sheep, pigeons, and rabbits
- Performed mixed-species procedures, including anesthesia, drug administration, blood collection, necropsy, and tissue sampling
- Led rodent microsurgery training and conducted workshops on animal handling, breeding, anesthesia, and dosing
- Managed CLAMS system, overseeing data integrity and operation
- Developed the department’s website (https://hsc.wvu.edu/olar/), enhancing public access to resources and information
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
West Virginia Wesleyan College
Buckhannon, WV05-2013
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Pierpont Technical And Community College
Fairmont, WV05-2016
Skills
- Employee supervision
- Training and development
- Standard operating procedures
- Procurement expertise
- Equipment management
- Cross-functional teamwork
Certification
- HHMI Management Essentials Cohort | October 2024
- Module B Course on Microsurgery and Experimental Techniques in Rats and Mice | May 2022
- Registered Laboratory Animal Technologist | Oct 2020
- Complex Training Course in Rodent Microsurgery (27 hrs.) | April 2018
- Registered Veterinary Technician [Reg. #18-2016] | Aug 2016
Affiliations
- Northern California Branch, AALAS | D8 Planning Committee Member
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Laboratory Manager
UC Davis Health
05.2025 - Current
Laboratory Manager II
HHMI, Stanford University, Bertozzi Lab
02.2023 - 02.2025
Laboratory Manager II
Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI), UCSF, Knight Lab
11.2022 - 01.2023
Animal Care Technician III
Charles River Labs (contract site: Tenaya Therapeutics)
03.2020 - 11.2020
Research Assistant I, RVT
WVU Office of Lab Animal Resources
03.2018 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biology
West Virginia Wesleyan College
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Pierpont Technical And Community College
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