Emily Vincent
About Emily Vincent
Emily Vincent is a Process Engineer I specializing in Autologous Process Design at Kite Pharma. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of California, Los Angeles, and has experience working in various engineering and quality roles at companies such as Takeda and Gilead Sciences.
Work at Kite Pharma
Emily Vincent currently holds the position of Process Engineer I in Autologous Process Design at Kite Pharma. She has been with the company since 2021, contributing her expertise in process engineering. Kite Pharma is known for its focus on cell therapy and innovative treatments for cancer. In her role, Vincent is involved in the design and optimization of processes that support the development of autologous therapies.
Previous Experience at Takeda
Before joining Kite Pharma, Emily Vincent worked at Takeda in various roles. She began as a Laboratory Scientist in the Operations Development Program in 2019, where she spent 8 months in the Greater Los Angeles Area. She then progressed to Process Engineer I and II roles, working for a total of 10 months in 2020 and an additional 4 months in 2021, both in Lexington, Massachusetts. Her responsibilities included process engineering and quality operations analysis.
Education and Expertise
Emily Vincent earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) from 2014 to 2018. During her time at UCLA, she developed a solid foundation in chemical engineering principles, which she applies in her current and previous engineering roles. Her education has equipped her with the necessary skills to excel in process design and optimization.
Peer Learning Facilitator Experience
While studying at UCLA, Emily Vincent served as a Peer Learning Facilitator for both Chemistry and Mathematics. She held the Chemistry position from 2017 to 2018 for one year and the Mathematics position from 2015 to 2016 for six months. In these roles, she supported fellow students in understanding complex concepts, enhancing their academic performance through collaborative learning.
Internship at Gilead Sciences
In 2017, Emily Vincent completed a three-month internship as a Quality Policy and Systems Intern at Gilead Sciences in the San Francisco Bay Area. This experience provided her with insights into quality management systems within the biopharmaceutical industry, further enriching her knowledge and skills in the field.