Sara Carrillo

Project development and innovation professional with a multidisciplinary background in biotechnology, technical operations and process optimization. Experienced in leading strategic initiatives, coordinating cross-functional projects and managing regulatory, operational and technical documentation. Skilled in bridging technical expertise with innovation and operational execution to deliver efficient, impactful solutions in dynamic and complex environments.

Technical Project Coordination at Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila (2024-02 – Present)

• Coordinate strategic institutional projects, ensuring operational alignment, compliance and timely execution.
• Manage regulatory processes and technical documentation related to COFEPRIS and CONAGUA requirements.
• Lead process optimization and workflow automation initiatives to improve efficiency and traceability.
• Develop reports, project tracking tools and operational documentation to support decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective project execution and continuous improvement.

Department Coordinator at Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila (2023-02 – 2024-02)

• Coordinated institutional and community-focused projects, ensuring successful planning and execution.
• Managed operational activities, project follow-up and administrative processes across multiple initiatives.
• Supported strategic programs through cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder coordination.
• Developed organizational and reporting processes to improve operational efficiency and project management.

Quality Control Lead & R&D Analyst at Biorganix Mexicana S.A. de C.V. (2022-01 – 2022-10)

• Managed quality control operations, regulatory compliance and technical projects within the Quality Department.
• Validated raw materials, in-process products and production batches in accordance with applicable quality standards and NOM regulations.
• Developed technical reports, process documentation and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize operational performance.
• Participated in the research and development of agricultural and biotechnology-based products aligned with market and customer requirements.
• Optimized controlled cultivation processes for microalgae strains including Dunaliella salina, Chlorella vulgaris and Spirulina platensis to improve viability, stability and process efficiency.

Research Assistant at Facultad de Ciencias Químicas (2019-08 – 2022-10)

• Conducted research focused on the synthesis and characterization of biomaterials for biomedical and environmental applications.
• Performed in vitro biocompatibility evaluations and controlled drug release studies.
• Coordinated experimental phases, statistical analysis and technical documentation for research projects and intellectual property development.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary research teams in the development of innovative scientific solutions.

Research Assistant at University of Nebraska at Kearney (2021-05 – 2021-08)

• Conducted synthesis and purification of pharmaceutical compounds with antimicrobial and anticancer potential.
• Performed bacterial activity analysis through antibiograms and physicochemical property evaluations.
• Collaborated in international research projects within a multidisciplinary scientific environment.

Master's Degree in Law, Government & Public Policy – Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila (2023-01 – 2026-01)

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmaceutical Biochemistry – Specialization in Industrial Pharmacy – Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila (2017-01 – 2022-02)