Catarina Cruz
About Catarina Cruz
Catarina Cruz is a Cell Therapy Specialist II at Kite Pharma, where she has worked since 2020. She holds a Master's degree in Molecular Biotechnology from the University of Aveiro and has experience in various laboratory techniques and GMP environments.
Work at Kite Pharma
Catarina Cruz has been employed at Kite Pharma as a Cell Therapy Specialist II since 2020. In this role, she has contributed to the development and production of cell-based therapies. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Cell Therapy Specialist I at Kite Pharma from 2019 to 2020, where she gained valuable experience in the field. Her work involves ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards and maintaining sterile conditions in a cleanroom environment.
Education and Expertise
Catarina Cruz holds a Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry and a Master's Degree in Molecular Biotechnology from the University of Aveiro, where she studied from 2011 to 2016. Additionally, she completed an online WMO/GCP course in Clinical Trials in 2019. Her academic background is complemented by proficiency in various laboratory techniques, including ELISA and SDS-PAGE, and expertise in photodynamic therapy. She also has hands-on experience with cell culture and microorganism culture, essential for developing cell-based therapies.
Background
Catarina Cruz began her career with an internship at the Portuguese Institute of Oncology in 2016, where she conducted research on the cachectic process associated with cancer. Her educational journey includes extensive training at the University of Aveiro, where she focused on biochemistry and biotechnology. She has also studied at ISCE - Colégio de Guimarães, further enhancing her academic credentials.
Laboratory Skills and Techniques
Catarina Cruz possesses a range of laboratory skills that are critical in the field of cell therapy. She is experienced in using GraphPad Prism for data analysis and is proficient in laboratory techniques such as ELISA and SDS-PAGE. Her expertise in working within GMP environments ensures that she adheres to quality standards in her work. Additionally, her hands-on experience with cell culture and microorganism culture supports her role in developing effective cell-based therapies.