Elisa M. Ovadia, Ph.D.
About Elisa M. Ovadia, Ph.D.
Elisa M. Ovadia, Ph.D., is a Senior Process Engineer II at Kite Pharma, specializing in Viral Vector Life Cycle Management. She has a Ph.D. in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from the University of Delaware and has worked in process engineering projects related to viral vectors since 2020.
Work at Kite Pharma
Elisa M. Ovadia has been employed at Kite Pharma since 2018. She initially held the position of Process Engineer III for two years, during which she worked on various process engineering projects related to viral vectors. In 2020, she advanced to the role of Senior Process Engineer II, continuing her work in Santa Monica, California. Her expertise in viral vector life cycle management is a significant aspect of her current role.
Education and Expertise
Elisa M. Ovadia earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from the University of Delaware, completing her studies from 2013 to 2018. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemical Engineering from the University of California, Santa Barbara, where she studied from 2009 to 2013. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her specialization in viral vector life cycle management.
Background
Elisa M. Ovadia has a solid educational and professional background in engineering. She began her studies in Chemical Engineering at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and later pursued advanced studies at the University of Delaware. Her career at Kite Pharma reflects her commitment to the field of process engineering, particularly in the area of viral vectors.
Achievements
Throughout her tenure at Kite Pharma, Elisa M. Ovadia has been involved in various process engineering projects focused on viral vectors. Her role as Senior Process Engineer II highlights her contributions to the development and management of viral vector processes, which are critical to the company's operations in biopharmaceuticals.