Sandra's research includes the relocation and source mechanisms of the central and northeastern Chihuahua earthquake sequences and investigating earthquake cycle vertical deformation recorded by GPS and regional tide gauge stations in California. Sandra's current position is CIELO-G Director. The Community-driven Inclusive Excellence and Leadership Opportunities in the Geosciences (CIELO-G) project aims to transform in a profound and long-lasting way our geoscience community culture by consciously and organically changing the way we interact with our broader local community. She is also involved with UTEP SME, TerraSond.