Dhillon Pravongviengkham
About Dhillon Pravongviengkham
Dhillon Pravongviengkham is a Cell Therapy Specialist II+ at Kite Pharma in El Segundo, California, where he has worked since 2018. He has a background in health sciences and extensive experience in aseptic techniques and handling human primary cells.
Work at Kite Pharma
Currently, Dhillon Pravongviengkham serves as a Cell Therapy Specialist II+ at Kite Pharma, a position he has held since 2018. Located in El Segundo, California, he operates within a cGMP clinical manufacturing facility. His role involves demonstrating excellent aseptic and sterile techniques, which are critical in ensuring the safety and efficacy of cell therapy products. His responsibilities include strict adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and cGMP regulations throughout the manufacturing process.
Education and Expertise
Dhillon Pravongviengkham earned a Bachelor of Science in Public Health Science from the University of California, Irvine, where he studied from 2013 to 2017. His academic background in Health Services and Allied Health Sciences has equipped him with a solid foundation in the healthcare field. He possesses extensive experience in handling and propagating human primary cells, particularly T cells, which is essential for his current role in cell therapy.
Background in Research and Administration
Prior to his current position, Dhillon gained valuable experience as a Research Intern at the Gavin Herbert Eye Institute in 2017, where he worked for two months. He also served as a Research Intern at UC Irvine from 2014 to 2015 for one year, contributing to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity. Additionally, he worked as an Administrative Assistant in the Office of Academic Personnel at UC Irvine from 2015 to 2017, where he honed his organizational and administrative skills.
Experience at Q² Solutions
Dhillon Pravongviengkham worked as a Laboratory Associate at Q² Solutions from 2017 to 2018. In this role, he was responsible for maintaining compliance with SOPs and cGMP regulations, ensuring that laboratory processes met industry standards. His experience in this position further developed his laboratory skills and understanding of regulatory requirements in clinical settings.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Dhillon possesses strong skills in data analysis, which are essential for evaluating research outcomes and manufacturing processes. He is proficient in Microsoft Excel, a tool widely used for data management and analysis in laboratory environments. His technical skills support his contributions to cell therapy and enhance his effectiveness in a clinical manufacturing setting.