Dong Yang
About Dong Yang
Dong Yang is a Manager and Senior Engineer at Bristol-Myers Squibb in New Jersey, with extensive experience in process characterization, technology transfer, and commercial manufacturing support.
Current Role at Bristol-myers Squibb
Dong Yang currently holds the position of Manager and Senior Engineer at Bristol-myers Squibb, based in New Jersey, United States. In this role, he leads a team of four engineers/scientists, supporting various biologic CMC activities. He also serves as the CMC matrix team lead in Process Life Cycle Management (PLCM) for a commercial phase biologic drug. His responsibilities include overseeing process characterization, technology transfer, process investigation, validation, CMC filing, and providing support for commercial manufacturing.
Professional Experience
Dong Yang has held multiple roles at Bristol-myers Squibb. He began as a Scientist I from 2014 to 2015 before becoming an Engineer I, Downstream Ms and T, for 9 months in 2016. Following this, he was promoted to Engineer II, Downstream Ms and T, from 2016 to 2018. Prior to his current position, Yang also worked as a Process Engineer at Biogen for a brief period in 2015.
Educational Background
Dong Yang holds a Doctorate in Biochemical Engineering from Cornell University, where he studied from 2009 to 2014. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, where he studied from 2003 to 2007.
Expertise and Skills
Dong Yang possesses extensive experience in process characterization, technology transfer, process investigation, validation, CMC filing, and commercial manufacturing support. He is skilled in project management, including planning and prioritization. Yang has a proven ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, a crucial skill in his current leadership role.