Jiaqi Zhao, Ph.D.
About Jiaqi Zhao, Ph.D.
Jiaqi Zhao, Ph.D., is a Senior Scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb specializing in CAR-T cell therapy, with extensive experience in biotech and pharmaceutical industries.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Jiaqi Zhao, Ph.D., currently holds the position of Senior Scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb. Based in Summit, New Jersey, Dr. Zhao applies extensive expertise in CAR-T cell therapy and biotechnology. The role leverages Dr. Zhao's deep understanding of process improvement and quality management, backed by a Six Sigma Green Belt certification. In this capacity, Dr. Zhao plays a critical part in advancing research initiatives and contributing to developments in the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors.
Experience as Pharmaceutical Investigator at Viatris
From 2018 to 2021, Jiaqi Zhao, Ph.D., worked at Viatris in Morgantown, West Virginia, as a Pharmaceutical Investigator and Technical Writer. During this three-year period, Dr. Zhao was involved in investigating pharmaceutical processes and authoring technical documents. This role required a detailed-oriented and data-driven approach, skills that Dr. Zhao is well-known for. The experience honed Dr. Zhao's capabilities in technical communications and process documentation within the pharmaceutical industry.
Educational Background in Chemical Engineering
Dr. Jiaqi Zhao earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh, where extensive research was conducted from 2013 to 2018. This academic pursuit was preceded by a Bachelor's Degree in Polymer Science and Engineering from Dalian University of Technology, achieved between 2009 and 2013. The education and research background highlight Dr. Zhao’s strong foundation in chemical and polymer sciences, underpinning expertise in biotechnology and pharmaceutical fields.
Graduate Researcher at University of Pittsburgh
Between 2013 and 2018, Jiaqi Zhao, Ph.D., served as a Graduate Researcher at the University of Pittsburgh Swanson School of Engineering. This role involved conducting innovative research projects in the field of chemical engineering. The five-year experience provided Dr. Zhao with a robust grounding in research methodologies and experimental design, fostering a detail-oriented and data-driven research approach that has been carried forward into professional roles.
Professional Expertise and Specializations
Jiaqi Zhao, Ph.D., specializes in CAR-T cell therapy, a critical and emerging area in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. This specialization is complemented by a Six Sigma Green Belt certification, ensuring proficiency in process improvement and quality management. Dr. Zhao’s career spans versatile roles in both biotechnological and pharmaceutical spheres, showcasing a blend of technical and research skills that contribute to high-impact scientific endeavors.