David Sun
About David Sun
David Sun is a Process Engineer with a background in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering. He has worked at ElevateBio since 2021 and has held various engineering roles at Sanofi prior to his current position.
Work at ElevateBio
David Sun has been employed at ElevateBio as a Process Engineer since 2021. In this role, he contributes to the development and optimization of processes within the biotechnology sector. His experience in process engineering allows him to play a significant part in advancing the company's mission to deliver innovative cell and gene therapies.
Education and Expertise
David Sun holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, where he studied from 2009 to 2013. He furthered his education at Tufts University Gordon Institute, earning a Master of Science in Engineering Management (MSEM) from 2019 to 2022. His academic background provides a strong foundation in both the technical and managerial aspects of engineering.
Background
David Sun began his career as an Associate Process Engineer at Sanofi, where he worked from 2014 to 2017. He progressed to the role of Process Engineer I from 2017 to 2019 and then served as a Senior Research Associate in Gene Therapy from 2019 to 2021. His early experience includes a technical internship at Arradiance in 2012 and a position as Staff Engineer at DSG Solutions, LLC from 2013 to 2014.
Professional Experience at Sanofi
During his tenure at Sanofi, David Sun held multiple positions that enhanced his expertise in process engineering and gene therapy. He worked as an Associate Process Engineer for three years, followed by two years as Process Engineer I, and then two years as Senior Research Associate - Gene Therapy. This progression reflects his growing responsibilities and contributions to the field.