Michael Pulvirenti
About Michael Pulvirenti
Michael Pulvirenti is a Process Engineer in Cell Therapy at Bristol Myers Squibb, with over a decade of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, focusing on process engineering and manufacturing roles.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Michael Pulvirenti currently serves as a Process Engineer, Cell Therapy at Bristol Myers Squibb in Devens, Massachusetts. In this role, he focuses on the engineering and manufacturing processes related to cell therapy. His work involves developing and optimizing processes to ensure the efficient and effective production of cell-based therapies.
Previous Roles at Bristol Myers Squibb
Michael Pulvirenti has held multiple roles at Bristol Myers Squibb, highlighting his progressive career within the company. From 2018 to 2021, he was Manager of Downstream Commercial Manufacturing, where he was involved in overseeing manufacturing processes for commercial products. Previously, he served as Associate Process Engineer II and Associate Process Engineer, gaining experience in downstream manufacturing processes and building a strong foundation in bioprocessing.
Experience at Pfizer
Prior to joining Bristol Myers Squibb, Michael Pulvirenti worked at Pfizer as a Process Scientist II from 2013 to 2015 and as a Process Scientist from 2011 to 2013. During his tenure at Pfizer, he contributed to upstream and downstream bioprocessing, focusing on the development and optimization of manufacturing processes for biopharmaceutical products.
Early Career at Lonza
Michael Pulvirenti began his career at Lonza as a Manufacturing Associate in 2009 and was later promoted to Manufacturing Associate II in 2010. His early work at Lonza provided him with valuable experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing, preparing him for subsequent roles in process development and engineering.
Educational Background in Biology and Biotechnology
Michael Pulvirenti studied Biology/Biotechnology at Merrimack College, where he earned his Bachelor's degree from 2005 to 2009. His academic background provided a solid foundation in the biological sciences, which has been integral to his successful career in the biopharmaceutical industry.
Expertise in Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing
With over a decade of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, Michael Pulvirenti possesses extensive expertise in both upstream and downstream bioprocessing. His work has involved process development, optimization for large-scale manufacturing, and contributing to the development and production of cell-based therapies. His career trajectory showcases a thorough understanding of the various facets of biopharmaceutical production.