Bhushan Desai
About Bhushan Desai
Bhushan Desai is an Associate Director at Kite Pharma, Inc. with extensive experience in analytical research and development, particularly in the biotechnology sector, having held various roles in prominent organizations over the past two decades.
Work at Kite Pharma
Bhushan Desai has been serving as Associate Director at Kite Pharma, Inc. since 2017. In this role, he focuses on supporting FDA, third-party, and internal audits, leveraging his extensive expertise in quality control and regulatory compliance. His responsibilities include managing testing protocols and ensuring adherence to industry standards within the organization.
Previous Experience in Quality Control
Before joining Kite Pharma, Desai held several significant positions in the field of quality control. He worked as Director of Quality Control at Coherus Biosciences for seven months in 2016-2017. Prior to that, he served as Associate Director of Analytical Research and Development-Quality Control at Therapeutic Proteins International, LLC from 2014 to 2016. His experience includes overseeing testing at Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMO) and Contract Research Organizations (CRO).
Education and Expertise
Desai earned his Doctorate in Molecular Biology from the University of Illinois at Chicago, completing his studies from 2000 to 2005. He also holds a Master of Science in Biotechnology from the University of Mumbai, where he studied from 1997 to 1999, and a Bachelor of Science from the same institution, completed in 1997. His educational background supports his expertise in cell biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry.
Research and Academic Background
Bhushan Desai has a strong academic foundation, having worked as a Post Doctoral Fellow at Northwestern University from 2006 to 2012. He also served as a Research Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago for one year in 2012-2013. His research has focused on signal transduction pathways, particularly in cancer and vascular systems, contributing to his extensive knowledge in the field.
Leadership and Team Management
Desai has significant experience in setting up testing laboratories and recruiting teams of MS and PhD level scientists. His leadership skills are evident in his ability to represent departments in strategic cross-functional meetings, collaborating with groups such as Regulatory, Quality Assurance, Process Development, and Manufacturing.