Staff Spotlight: Megan Cimorell

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Megan Cimorell

Where is your hometown?

Columbus, Ohio

What is your field and what made you pursue it? 

I am a fiscal officer for the department and to be honest, I did not expect to find myself in a fiscal role. My original plan was to enter the healthcare field, but life has an interesting way of changing your course sometimes. As I pursued a degree at Ohio State, I had an opportunity to work as a student employee in a couple different fiscal roles. As it turns out, these positions opened the door for full-time opportunities after college.

I knew I wanted a career in helping people and I enjoy problem solving.  While not the initial plan, this field provides an avenue for both and allows me to work with many student groups, faculty, and staff within the department, which I enjoy. 

What brought you to Ohio State?

Growing up in Columbus, Ohio State was always on my short list as I decided where to go to college since it is such a respected institution. I was fortunate to be able to receive my bachelor’s degree from OSU and haven’t left!

How do you help facilitate the needs of the department?

I provide fiscal and procurement guidance and support for MAE’s faculty, staff, and students.  I also manage various financial processes such as MAE’s earning operations and payroll funding/updates.  

What do you like most about your job?

Knowing that I play a role in helping our research labs and student teams carry out all the awesome things they are working on is very rewarding.   I also really enjoy when I can see the results of the work/projects that research labs and student teams put together knowing the work that happens here has the potential to change the world.  Often, I see the backside of the project with purchasing and financial support, so it is neat when it comes full circle and I know I had a small part.

What is one of your favorite hobbies outside of work?

Outside of work you can find me reading the next best thriller novel or chilling with my beloved cat, Bebe.  I also enjoy spending time doing various outdoor activities with friends and family. I have recently discovered a new love of playing pickleball!

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