Manshiu Leung
About Manshiu Leung
Manshiu Leung serves as the Executive Director of Small Molecule Drug Product Development and GMP at Arcus Biosciences. With nearly two decades of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, Leung specializes in formulation development, particularly in lipid, microemulsion, and nano-crystal technologies.
Work at Arcus Biosciences
Manshiu Leung serves as the Executive Director of Small Molecule Drug Product Development and GMP Manufacturing at Arcus Biosciences. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the organization's efforts in advancing drug product development. Her role involves overseeing the formulation and manufacturing processes for small molecule drugs, ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Previous Experience in Pharmaceutical Development
Before joining Arcus Biosciences, Manshiu Leung held several significant positions in the pharmaceutical industry. She worked as the Senior Director of Formulation Development and Drug Product Manufacturing at UNITY Biotechnology from 2018 to 2020. Prior to that, she was the Associate Director of Pharmaceutical Development at Theravance Biopharma US, Inc. in 2017, and she also served as Associate Director to Principal Site Manager at Genentech from 2015 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
Manshiu Leung earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Oregon State University, where she studied from 1997 to 2001. She also holds a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Rochester, completed between 1993 and 1997. Her educational background supports her extensive expertise in solid dosage and sterile solution formulation development, as well as specialized knowledge in lipid, microemulsion, and nano-crystal formulation development.
Career Background in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Manshiu Leung has nearly two decades of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, demonstrating a deep understanding of the field. Her career includes roles at various companies, such as Theravance, Inc. as Senior Scientist in Pharmaceutical Development from 2008 to 2014, and XenoPort, Inc. as Senior Scientist in Formulation Development from 2004 to 2008. She has also worked at LATITUDE Pharmaceuticals Inc. and Allergenics, among others.
Professional Achievements
Throughout her career, Manshiu Leung has showcased versatility in pharmaceutical product development. Her work has involved significant contributions to formulation development across various platforms, including solid dosage forms and sterile solutions. Her extensive experience in lipid and nano-crystal formulation development highlights her specialized skills within the pharmaceutical sciences.