Simon Rong
About Simon Rong
Simon Rong serves as the Associate Director at Brii Biosciences, where he has worked since 2019. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and two Master's degrees, one in Organic Chemistry and another in Business Administration.
Work at Brii Biosciences
Simon Rong has served as Associate Director at Brii Biosciences since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for setting up and maintaining Interactive Response Technology (IRT) systems in collaboration with vendors. He also supports the Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) function, focusing on the procurement, importation, and exportation of testing materials. His contributions are integral to the company's operations in Beijing, China.
Education and Expertise
Simon Rong holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Huaqiao University, which he completed from 1999 to 2003. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master’s degree in Organic Chemistry from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences between 2004 and 2007. Additionally, he earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from 北京理工大学 from 2015 to 2017. This educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both scientific and business disciplines.
Background
Before joining Brii Biosciences, Simon Rong worked at Bayer HealthCare as a Senior Regional Demand & Supply Manager for the APAC region from 2011 to 2019. His earlier experience includes a role as SCM supervisor at BioDuro from 2008 to 2011. His career path reflects a consistent focus on supply chain management and operational efficiency within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.
Achievements
During his tenure at Brii Biosciences, Simon Rong played a key role in supporting the launch of COVID-19 antibodies in China, achieving this within a 20-month timeframe from the laboratory stage. He coordinates with Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMO) and partners to streamline manufacturing processes. Additionally, he manages the clinical trial supply chain process, which encompasses planning, packaging, transportation, customs clearance, distribution, and inventory management.