David Lemaire
About David Lemaire
David Lemaire is a Senior Process Engineer at Kite Pharma, with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including roles at OctoPlus, HAL Allergy Group, and The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson.
Work at Kite Pharma
David Lemaire serves as a Senior Process Engineer at Kite Pharma, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing and optimizing processes related to the development and manufacturing of innovative therapies. His expertise contributes to the company's mission of advancing cell therapy solutions.
Previous Experience at OctoPlus
David Lemaire worked at OctoPlus from 2003 to 2010, where he held multiple roles. Initially, he served as a GMP Support Officer for six years, ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices. He then transitioned to the role of Technology Transfer Officer for one year, facilitating the transfer of technology within the organization. Additionally, he worked as a Supervisor in Clinical Production for five months.
Experience at HAL Allergy Group
From 2016 to 2021, David Lemaire was employed at HAL Allergy Group as a Pharmaceutical Project Lead. In this capacity, he led various projects aimed at developing allergy immunotherapy products. His role involved coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring project milestones were met.
Educational Background
David Lemaire has a diverse educational background in the sciences. He studied at Université Paul Sabatier Toulouse III, earning an engineering degree in Hydrogeology, Geophysics, and Environmental Science from 2000 to 2003. Prior to that, he attended Université de Technologie de Compiègne (UTC), where he studied Water Treatment, Microbiology, and Chemistry, obtaining a Technician degree from 1997 to 1999. He also completed a DEUG in Biology, Geology, and Chemistry at UPVD Alumni from 1999 to 2000.
Professional Development
In addition to his formal education, David Lemaire pursued further professional development. In 2008, he completed an academic diploma in Microbial Contamination, focusing on chemistry, biology, biochemistry, and environmental sciences. This training has enhanced his expertise in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology fields.