Efi Samara
About Efi Samara
Efi Samara is a Cell Therapy Specialist I at Kite Pharma, with a strong educational background in Chemistry and Food Science from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She possesses expertise in developing cell-based assays and has experience in quality control and laboratory analysis.
Work at Kite Pharma
Efi Samara has been employed at Kite Pharma as a Cell Therapy Specialist I since 2020. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing cell-based therapies. Her responsibilities include designing experiments and developing cell-based assays, which are essential for advancing therapeutic solutions in the field of cell therapy. Her experience in this position spans four years, contributing to the company's mission of innovating cancer treatments.
Education and Expertise
Efi Samara holds a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, where she studied from 2010 to 2016. She furthered her education with a Master's degree in Food Chemistry, Technology, and Quality Control from the same institution, completing her studies from 2016 to 2019. Additionally, she studied Oenology for one year at Aristotle University. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in scientific principles, which she applies in her current role.
Background in Quality Control
Efi Samara has experience in quality control, having worked as a Quality Control Technician-Intern at Kechris Winery for two months in 2015. This role involved ensuring product quality and compliance with industry standards. She also worked as a lab technician/analyst in packaging at FrieslandCampina for one month in 2020. These positions have contributed to her organizational and time management skills, which are vital in laboratory settings.
Research and Development Skills
Efi Samara possesses strong research skills, particularly in scientific literature, which supports her work in cell therapy. Her expertise includes developing cell-based assays and designing experiments, crucial for the advancement of innovative therapeutic solutions. Additionally, her background in microbiology enhances her understanding of the biological processes involved in cell therapy.
Sales and Promotion Experience
Efi Samara has experience in sales and promotion, having worked as a Sales Promoter at Kechris Winery from 2015 to 2017. This role involved engaging with customers and promoting products, which helped her develop communication and interpersonal skills. This experience complements her technical background by providing insights into customer relations and product marketing.