Cory Marcera
About Cory Marcera
Cory Marcera serves as the Sr. Director of Global Quality Systems at Kite Pharma, specializing in CAR-T cell therapy. With a strong background in quality management and compliance across various pharmaceutical companies, he holds a Master's degree in Forensic Sciences and is pursuing a PhD in Industrial and Organizational Psychology.
Work at Kite Pharma
Cory Marcera serves as the Senior Director of Global Quality Systems at Kite Pharma, focusing on CAR-T cell therapy. He has held this position since 2021 in Santa Monica, California. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring compliance with quality systems and regulatory standards. His work emphasizes operational excellence and continuous improvement within the organization.
Previous Experience in Quality Management
Prior to his current role, Cory Marcera accumulated extensive experience in quality management across various organizations. He worked at Gilead Sciences from 2014 to 2021, where he held multiple senior positions, including Sr. Manager of Quality Systems and Senior Director of Quality Supplier Management and Auditing. His earlier roles include Sr. Manager of Quality Control at Boehringer Ingelheim and Laboratory Manager at TTL Laboratories.
Education and Expertise
Cory Marcera holds a Master's Degree in Forensic Sciences from National University and a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Empire State University. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Industrial and Organizational Psychology at Liberty University, expected to be completed in 2027. Additionally, he holds a Six Sigma Blackbelt certification, indicating his proficiency in process improvement and quality management.
Regulatory Compliance Experience
Cory Marcera has extensive experience managing compliance with international regulatory agencies, including the FDA, EU, EMA, HC, MHRA, HPRA, ANVISA, and PDMA. His expertise includes implementing phase-appropriate GMP controls to meet drug production requirements. He has successfully trained and supervised teams of over 100 professionals to ensure adherence to production targets and compliance standards.
Military Background
Cory Marcera served in the US Army as a Sergeant from 1982 to 1986. This experience contributed to his leadership skills and discipline, which he has applied throughout his career in quality management and operational excellence.