Michael Salema
About Michael Salema
Michael Salema serves as the Executive Director of Product Development and Manufacturing at Alpine Immune Sciences, Inc. He has extensive experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, having held various roles at companies such as Amgen and Lundbeck over a career spanning more than two decades.
Current Role at Alpine Immune Sciences
Michael Salema serves as the Executive Director of Product Development and Manufacturing at Alpine Immune Sciences, Inc. since 2023. In this role, he oversees the strategic direction and execution of product development initiatives, focusing on advancing the company's manufacturing capabilities. Prior to this position, he was the Senior Director of Product Development and Manufacturing at the same organization, starting in 2021. His tenure at Alpine has been marked by a commitment to innovation and efficiency in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Previous Experience at Lundbeck
Before joining Alpine Immune Sciences, Michael Salema worked at Lundbeck as the Director and Head of Upstream Process Development from 2019 to 2021. During his time in the Greater Seattle Area, he led initiatives aimed at enhancing upstream processing techniques, contributing to the development of therapeutic solutions. His experience at Lundbeck added to his extensive background in process development within the biopharmaceutical industry.
Career at Amgen
Michael Salema has a significant history with Amgen, where he held multiple positions from 2002 to 2016. He started as a Senior Bioprocessing Associate and progressed through roles including Sr. Associate Scientist, Senior Scientist, and Principal Engineer. His work at Amgen focused on bioprocessing and product development, allowing him to build a comprehensive skill set in the biotechnology field over a span of 14 years.
Early Career at Immunex
Michael Salema began his career in the biopharmaceutical industry at Immunex, where he worked in Process Development and Manufacturing from 1997 to 2002. This five-year experience laid the foundation for his expertise in bioprocessing and manufacturing, which he has built upon in subsequent roles across various organizations.
Education and Academic Background
Michael Salema earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from the University of Puget Sound. His academic background provided him with a strong foundation in biological sciences, which has been instrumental in his career in product development and manufacturing within the biopharmaceutical industry.