Meiling (Emma) Liao
About Meiling (Emma) Liao
Meiling (Emma) Liao serves as the Associate Director of MS&T at AlloVir, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in process engineering and management, with previous roles at Thermo Fisher Scientific and Anika Therapeutics.
Current Role at AlloVir
Meiling Liao serves as the Associate Director of MS&T at AlloVir, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing manufacturing science and technology initiatives. Her work focuses on ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of production processes within the organization. Liao's expertise contributes to the advancement of AlloVir's mission in the biotechnology sector.
Previous Experience at Thermo Fisher Scientific
Before joining AlloVir, Meiling Liao worked at Thermo Fisher Scientific from 2018 to 2020. She held the position of MS&T Manager for one year in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where she managed various aspects of manufacturing science and technology. Prior to this role, she served as a Process Engineer III at the same company for one year, contributing to process optimization and engineering solutions.
Background in Process Engineering
Meiling Liao has a solid background in process engineering, having worked at Anika Therapeutics in various capacities from 2015 to 2018. She started as a Process Engineer II and later advanced to Process Engineer III. Her experience includes managing engineering projects and improving manufacturing processes. Liao's early career also included roles at Alcon, where she worked as a Process Engineer I and completed a summer internship.
Education and Expertise
Meiling Liao holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering from Duke University, which she completed from 2012 to 2014. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Shanghai Jiao Tong University between 2008 and 2012. Liao possesses strong skills in statistical data analysis and is experienced in Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
Regulatory Knowledge and Skills
Meiling Liao is familiar with regulatory requirements including FDA, CGMP, ISO, and EMA. Her experience includes managing supplier development and quality management systems. She has a proven track record in leading technology transfers and process validation across all stages, including PC, PPQ, and CPV, demonstrating her comprehensive understanding of the regulatory landscape in the biotechnology industry.