Lina Patel
About Lina Patel
Lina Patel serves as the Director of Quality Control at Akero Therapeutics, bringing extensive experience in quality operations and analytical development from her previous roles at Merck, Catalent, and Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies.
Work at Akero Therapeutics
Lina Patel has been serving as the Director of Quality Control at Akero Therapeutics since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing quality control processes and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Her expertise contributes to the company's commitment to delivering high-quality therapeutic solutions.
Previous Experience in Quality Control
Prior to her current position, Lina Patel held several significant roles in quality control. She worked at Catalent Cell & Gene Therapy as Director of Quality Control from 2019 to 2021. Before that, she served at Merck in various capacities, including Director of Quality Operations Bio-Analytical Laboratories and Director of Quality Operations Laboratory Technical Support. Her experience spans multiple organizations, enhancing her proficiency in quality management.
Education and Expertise
Lina Patel holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biochemistry from North Carolina State University and a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Fergusson College. Her academic background supports her extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry. She is also qualified as a Green Belt and Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma, which she applies in her professional roles.
Background in Research and Development
Lina Patel's career began in research, where she worked as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences. She has also held positions at Duke University and Bayer Pharmaceuticals, focusing on analytical development and quality assurance. This foundation in research has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in quality control.
Speaking Engagements and Leadership
Lina Patel has been an active speaker and workshop leader at both national and international conferences. She discusses topics such as Pharmaceutical Stability, Raw Materials, Assay Development, Method Validation, and Laboratory Start-Up. Her leadership skills and experience in Lean Six Sigma enable her to mentor others and facilitate training within the industry.