Joel Itkin
About Joel Itkin
Joel Itkin is a Compliance Manager, Cell Therapy at Bristol Myers Squibb with a background in cell therapy manufacturing and quality assurance.
Company
Joel Itkin currently works at Bristol Myers Squibb as a Compliance Manager in the Cell Therapy division. Bristol Myers Squibb is a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases.
Title
Joel Itkin holds the title of Compliance Manager, Cell Therapy, at Bristol Myers Squibb. In this role, he oversees compliance activities within the cell therapy sector, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and internal protocols.
Education and Expertise
Joel Itkin holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Neuroscience & Pharmacology from the University of Vermont, earned between 2010 and 2015. He has expertise in cGMP manufacturing and aseptic technique, and is known for driving right-first-time execution and process improvements. He collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop harmonized manufacturing strategies.
Professional Background
Joel Itkin has accumulated extensive experience in the cell therapy and pharmaceutical fields. His roles have included Manufacturing Manager, Cell Therapy at Bristol Myers Squibb, Cell Therapy Manufacturing Senior/Lead Operator at Lonza, and Lead Compounding Technician at Edge Pharmacy Services. He began his career as a Hygiene Auditor at Portsmouth Regional Hospital.
Achievements
Joel Itkin is known for his active collaboration with cross-functional teams and commitment to process improvements. During his tenure at Lonza and Bristol Myers Squibb, he has focused on implementing right-first-time execution strategies, which have contributed to more effective and harmonized manufacturing processes.