Robert Sandoval

Robert Sandoval is the manager of facilities and planning at the BIO5 Institute, overseeing daily building operations, security systems, and long-term facilities planning to support the institute’s research environment.

He manages move-ins, move-outs, space modifications, renovations, and major construction projects, ensuring smooth transitions with minimal disruption to scientific work. He also supports laboratory operations by assisting with equipment purchases and overseeing the BIO5 Media Facility. In addition, he manages building access and collaborates with University Facilities Services on preventative maintenance to maintain a safe, reliable, and efficient research space.

With degrees in biochemistry and molecular and cellular biology—as well as hands-on laboratory experience—he brings a strong understanding of research workflows and infrastructure needs. This background enables him to plan effectively, support scientific teams, and optimize building systems to enhance overall operational efficiency.

What he enjoys most about working at BIO5 is the daily challenge of helping others and the opportunity to engage with some of the university’s brightest scientific minds.