Douglas Sanders
About Douglas Sanders
Douglas Sanders is a Senior Data Scientist at Kite Pharma, where he develops computational biology data products. He has a diverse background in engineering and software development, with experience in aerospace and biotechnology sectors.
Work at Kite Pharma
Douglas Sanders has been employed at Kite Pharma as a Senior Data Scientist since 2020. In this role, he develops computational biology data products, utilizing R and R/Shiny. His work involves close collaboration with bench scientists and biologists in a multidisciplinary environment, contributing to the advancement of Kite Pharma's data-driven initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Douglas Sanders holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from The Catholic University of America and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Physics from Loyola College in Maryland. His educational background in mechanical engineering and physics supports his expertise in data science, particularly in computational biology and software development.
Background in Aerospace Engineering
Before transitioning to data science, Douglas Sanders had a background in aerospace engineering. He worked at Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company as a Senior Engineer from 2007 to 2009. His experience in aerospace engineering has contributed to his analytical skills and problem-solving abilities in his current role.
Previous Work Experience
Douglas Sanders has held various positions in the technology and engineering sectors. He worked as a Principal Engineer at Orbital Sciences Corporation from 2006 to 2007 and as a Software Specialist IV at Genentech from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, he served as a Senior Structural Engineer at Tridentis from 2015 to 2016 and as a Programmer/Analyst at UCSF from 2014 to 2015.
Software Development Skills
Douglas Sanders possesses extensive software development experience across biotech, academia, and engineering sectors. He is proficient in programming languages such as Javascript, CSS, and Python, which he has utilized in various roles to develop software solutions and data products.