David Kao, Pharm.D.
About David Kao, Pharm.D.
David Kao, Pharm.D., is the Development Program Lead (Immunoscience) at Bristol Myers Squibb in San Diego, California. He has extensive experience in regulatory affairs and marketing, having held significant roles at Receptos, Daiichi Sankyo, Roche Pharmaceuticals, and other major pharmaceutical companies.
Current Position at Bristol Myers Squibb
David Kao, Pharm.D., currently holds the position of Development Program Lead (Immunoscience) at Bristol Myers Squibb. Based in San Diego, California, he is responsible for leading the regulatory strategy for multiple immunoscience programs. His work in this role has contributed to the successful approval of key therapies, showcasing his expertise in both regulatory affairs and drug development.
Previous Roles at Receptos (Celgene)
Before joining Bristol Myers Squibb, David Kao worked at Receptos, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Celgene, where he held significant regulatory affairs positions. He served as Executive Director, Regulatory Affairs, from 2016 to 2020 in the Greater San Diego Area. Prior to that, he was the Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs, from 2015 to 2016. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in the integration of Receptos into Celgene, ensuring seamless regulatory compliance during the transition.
Experience at Daiichi Sankyo
David Kao has a strong background in regulatory affairs, having worked as Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs at Daiichi Sankyo from 2011 to 2015 in Edison, New Jersey. In this role, he contributed to the company's regulatory strategies and ensured compliance with industry standards.
Educational Background
David Kao possesses a robust educational background that supports his extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry. He holds a PharmD from Shenandoah University, achieved from 2012 to 2014. He also earned an MBA in Marketing from Rutgers University - Newark from 2000 to 2006 and a BS in Pharmacy from Rutgers University from 1989 to 1994. This combination of scientific and business education underpins his expertise in regulatory affairs and marketing.
Early Career and Other Roles
David Kao's early career includes various roles that laid the foundation for his current expertise. He worked as a Staff Pharmacist at Flemington Medical Center from 1995 to 1996 and as a Drug Safety Associate at Wyeth Consumer Healthcare from 1994 to 1995. His career progressed through positions at SmithKline Beecham, Merck, Roche Pharmaceuticals, and Eisai, where he accumulated extensive experience in regulatory affairs.