Brandi Johnston
About Brandi Johnston
Brandi Johnston is a Quality Assurance Specialist at Adaptimmune, where she has worked since 2020. With extensive experience in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries, she has held various roles that emphasize her expertise in production processes and quality assurance.
Work at Adaptimmune
Brandi Johnston has been employed at Adaptimmune since 2020, serving as a Quality Assurance Specialist. In this role, she is responsible for ensuring compliance with quality standards in the production of cell therapies. Her work involves writing and editing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and batch records, as well as authoring Non-conforming reports. Johnston's expertise in both upstream and downstream production processes contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the quality assurance operations at Adaptimmune.
Previous Experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Prior to her current position, Brandi Johnston worked at WuXi AppTec as a Senior Manufacturing Associate from 2015 to 2018. In this role, she gained experience in manufacturing processes and quality control. Before that, she served as a Manufacturing Cell Therapy Specialist at Adaptimmune from 2018 to 2020, where she was involved in cell therapy production. Johnston's career also includes a position at Valeant Pharmaceuticals as a Manufacturing Operations Associate from 2011 to 2015, providing her with a solid foundation in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Education and Expertise
Brandi Johnston studied at Empire Beauty School-Reading, where she achieved a Cosmetology and Teachers Certification from 1997 to 2000. She also attended the University of South Carolina-Sumter, focusing on Real Estate from 2005 to 2006. Additionally, Johnston pursued studies in Criminal Justice and Corrections at the University of Phoenix, earning an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree from 2008 to 2010. Her educational background, combined with her extensive experience in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries, equips her with a diverse skill set.
Skills in Quality Assurance and Manufacturing
Brandi Johnston possesses expertise in troubleshooting and solving issues during processing, particularly in cGMP environments. She applies proper aseptic techniques and maintains good documentation practices. Johnston has experience working with GE chromatography systems, including AKTA Avant 150 and AKTA Ready, utilizing Unicorn software. Her thorough and organized training skills enhance her effectiveness in quality assurance, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations.