Thomas Parker
About Thomas Parker
Thomas Parker is a Scientist II and MSAT Lead at BridgeBio Gene Therapy, focusing on the development of manufacturing processes for vaccines and gene therapy. He has a background in Marine Sciences and Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, with previous experience at MilliporeSigma and Biogen.
Work at BridgeBio
Thomas Parker serves as Scientist II and MSAT Lead at BridgeBio Gene Therapy, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on developing manufacturing processes and methods for vaccines and gene therapy. His work includes critical bioprocesses that are essential for the advancement of therapeutic solutions. Parker's growing passion for vaccines and gene therapy is evident in his daily responsibilities, contributing to the organization's mission in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Previous Experience at MilliporeSigma
Prior to his current role, Thomas Parker worked at MilliporeSigma as a Process Development Scientist from 2016 to 2020. He also held the position of Global Focal Point for Vaccines and Viral Therapies for nine months in 2020. His experience at MilliporeSigma involved developing processes related to vaccine production and viral therapies, enhancing his expertise in the field.
Co-op Experience at Biogen
Thomas Parker gained valuable experience at Biogen, where he completed two co-op positions focused on Pilot Scale Purification Development. His first co-op lasted one year from 2014 to 2015, followed by an additional eight-month co-op from 2015 to 2016. These roles provided him with hands-on experience in bioprocessing and purification techniques, which are critical in the biopharmaceutical industry.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Parker holds a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering with a concentration in Biomanufacturing Sciences from North Carolina State University, where he studied from 2013 to 2016. He also studied Marine Sciences at Coastal Carolina University for one year in 2011 to 2012. His educational background supports his expertise in bioprocess development and manufacturing, particularly in the context of vaccines and gene therapy.
Early Career and Internships
Before his advanced roles in the biopharmaceutical industry, Thomas Parker worked as a Lab Assistant at Coastal Carolina University for four months in 2012. Additionally, he interned at Foster Lake & Pond Management, Inc. from 2011 to 2013 for two years. These early experiences contributed to his foundational knowledge and skills in scientific research and environmental management.