Dave Holzhauer
About Dave Holzhauer
Dave Holzhauer is a Process Development Associate at Abeona Therapeutics Inc. in New York, where he has worked since 2018, focusing on process optimization and compliance in biopharmaceutical development.
Work at Abeona Therapeutics
Dave Holzhauer has served as a Process Development Associate at Abeona Therapeutics Inc. since 2018. In this role, he is based in New York, New York, and has been instrumental in writing and reviewing process and system protocols to ensure compliance and efficiency. His responsibilities include managing the production of AAV vectors in adherent mammalian cells, overseeing the entire process from transduction to the final product. Additionally, he has optimized scale-up processes for suspension cultures using the Eppendorf system, transitioning from benchtop to 3 and 10-liter bioreactors.
Previous Experience at Evelo Biosciences
Before joining Abeona Therapeutics, Dave Holzhauer worked as a Fermentation Process Development Co-op at Evelo Biosciences for six months in 2018. During this time, he contributed to the development of fermentation processes, gaining valuable experience in the biotechnology field. His role involved conducting literature reviews to support process development and optimization efforts, enhancing his understanding of fermentation techniques.
Education and Expertise
Dave Holzhauer holds a Bachelor’s degree in Health Science and Microbiology from Bowling Green State University, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master’s degree in Biotechnology from Northeastern University, completing his studies from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, he briefly studied Biochemistry at Lourdes University in 2014. His educational background provides a strong foundation in biological sciences and process development.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
In his current role, Dave Holzhauer is responsible for conducting downstream processing techniques, including tangential flow filtration (TFF) and fast protein liquid chromatography (FPLC). He acts as a liaison between working groups and stakeholders to facilitate optimal project outcomes. His expertise in optimizing scale-up processes and managing vector production highlights his technical proficiency in biotechnology and process development.