Crystal Padilla

Crystal Padilla is an experienced professional in the biotechnology industry, currently serving as the Quality Control Lab Manager and Analytical Laboratory Manager at Teknova since April 2021. Prior experience at Teknova includes roles as Analytical Lab Supervisor/Strain Library Manager and Cleanroom Lab Supervisor, where responsibilities involved supervising laboratories, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and managing manufacturing processes in cleanroom environments. Crystal's prior experience also includes work as a Laboratory Technician at Syngenta and serving as a Tutor for elementary students. Crystal holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of California, Santa Cruz, earned in 2014.