Brandon Dang
About Brandon Dang
Brandon Dang is a Quality Control Research Associate I at Kite Pharma, specializing in potency assays and laboratory compliance. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Animal Science from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona and has experience in both laboratory technician and lead roles at Antech Diagnostics.
Work at Kite Pharma
Brandon Dang has been employed at Kite Pharma as a Quality Control Research Associate I since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring laboratory compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP). He specializes in performing potency assays using ELISA for both routine and non-routine testing. Additionally, he conducts verification and qualification of CD19 expression in cell lines using flow cytometry. Brandon collaborates across departments on various projects and stability protocols, contributing to the revision and review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and test methods.
Education and Expertise
Brandon Dang earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona, completing his studies from 2013 to 2017. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in biological sciences, which he applies in his current role in quality control. His expertise includes a thorough understanding of GMP and GDP regulations, as well as specialized skills in performing potency assays and flow cytometry.
Background
Prior to his current position at Kite Pharma, Brandon Dang worked at Antech Diagnostics. He served as a Parasitology Lab Technician for seven months in 2017 and later as a Parasitology Lab Lead for four months in 2018, both roles based in Fountain Valley, CA. His experience in these positions involved laboratory operations and quality control processes, which have contributed to his current expertise in the field.
Achievements
In his role at Kite Pharma, Brandon Dang actively participates in investigations related to deviations and out-of-specification results. He is responsible for culturing Toledo and Jurkat cells specifically for lot release processes. His contributions to the quality control team include conducting potency assays and collaborating on projects that enhance laboratory compliance and operational efficiency.