Anthony Kim, P.Eng., MBA
About Anthony Kim, P.Eng., MBA
Anthony Kim, P.Eng., MBA, is an Associate Director of Program Management in Tech Ops and CMC at Instil Bio, where he has operationalized six GMP tumor digest processing sites. He has extensive experience in project management and has held various roles in notable companies such as Pfizer, PharmEng Technology Inc., and Allogene Therapeutics.
Work at Instil Bio
Anthony Kim currently serves as the Associate Director of Program Management Tech Ops / CMC at Instil Bio. He has held this position since 2021 and operates within the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing various operational aspects related to technical operations and chemistry, manufacturing, and controls (CMC). His work includes managing cross-functional teams and ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) across multiple tumor digest processing sites.
Previous Experience at Pfizer
Prior to his current role, Anthony Kim worked at Pfizer as a Lead Project Manager (IPS Consultant) from 2018 to 2019 in Andover, Massachusetts. During his tenure, he managed the Contract Research Organization (CRO) responsible for the development and qualification of analytical methods. His role involved coordinating project activities and ensuring timely delivery of project milestones.
Education and Expertise
Anthony Kim holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Wilfrid Laurier University and a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Chemical Engineering from the University of Waterloo. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in program management, technical operations, and CMC within the biopharmaceutical sector.
Career Background
Anthony Kim has a diverse career spanning over two decades in the biopharmaceutical and engineering sectors. He has held various positions, including Managing Consultant/Director at PharmEng Technology Inc. from 2007 to 2015, Project Lead at Invensys (acquired by Schneider Electric) from 2006 to 2007, and Senior Project Manager at IPS from 2015 to 2021. His experience includes operationalizing GMP processes and leading technology transfers across international teams.
Achievements in Program Management
Throughout his career, Anthony Kim has operationalized six GMP tumor digest processing sites across multiple locations, including Thousand Oaks, Philadelphia, Chicago, Tampa, Boston, and the UK. He has developed a make/buy business process and vendor scoring system for Contract Manufacturing Organization (CMO) selection, demonstrating his capability in optimizing operational efficiency and vendor management.