Ana Montes Sevilla
About Ana Montes Sevilla
Ana Montes Sevilla is a Manager of Regulatory Affairs CMC at Kite Pharma, where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in regulatory affairs, having held positions at various organizations including Abbott Biologicals B.V. and Pharming Group N.V.
Current Role at Kite Pharma
Ana Montes Sevilla serves as the Manager of Regulatory Affairs CMC at Kite Pharma. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's regulatory strategies and compliance in the field of cell and gene therapy. Her role involves overseeing the regulatory processes related to Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC), ensuring that Kite Pharma meets all necessary regulatory requirements.
Previous Experience in Regulatory Affairs
Before joining Kite Pharma, Ana Montes Sevilla accumulated extensive experience in regulatory affairs. She worked as a Regulatory Affairs Manager at Abbott Biologicals B.V. from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, she served as a Regulatory Affairs Officer at Vemedia Manufacturing B.V. from 2014 to 2016 and as a Regulatory Affairs Scientist CMC at Pharming Group N.V. for a brief period in 2016. This diverse background has equipped her with a solid foundation in regulatory compliance within the biopharmaceutical sector.
Educational Background in Biomedical Sciences
Ana Montes Sevilla earned her Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, where she studied Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology. Her academic journey spanned from 1998 to 2005, providing her with a strong scientific foundation that supports her current work in regulatory affairs.
Early Career and Internships
Ana Montes Sevilla began her career with several internships that laid the groundwork for her professional development. She interned at the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience from 2002 to 2003 and at Antoni van Leeuwenhoek in 2000. These early experiences in research settings contributed to her understanding of the scientific and regulatory landscape.
Work Experience in Biochemical Support
From 2007 to 2009, Ana Montes Sevilla worked at Sanquin as a Biochemical Support in Production Associate. This role involved supporting production processes in a biochemical context, further enhancing her expertise in the field before transitioning to regulatory affairs.