Ethan Aguilar, Ph.D.
About Ethan Aguilar, Ph.D.
Ethan Aguilar, Ph.D., is a Research Scientist currently employed at Kite Pharma in Santa Monica, California. He has an extensive academic background in Immunology and Biochemistry, with previous research positions at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, UC Davis Medical Center, and UC Santa Cruz.
Work at Kite Pharma
Ethan Aguilar, Ph.D., currently serves as a Research Scientist at Kite Pharma. He has been with the company since 2021, contributing to research initiatives in the field of cell therapy. Kite Pharma is known for its focus on developing innovative cancer treatments, particularly in the area of chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy. Aguilar's role involves conducting experiments and analyzing data to support the development of new therapeutic strategies.
Education and Expertise
Ethan Aguilar earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Immunology from the University of California, Davis, where he studied from 2012 to 2017. His educational background also includes a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from UC Santa Cruz, completed from 2008 to 2012. This academic foundation has equipped him with extensive knowledge and skills in immunological research and biochemistry.
Background
Before joining Kite Pharma, Ethan Aguilar held several research positions. He was a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities from 2018 to 2021, where he focused on advanced research projects in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Prior to that, he was a Ph.D. Candidate at UC Davis Medical Center from 2013 to 2017, and an Undergraduate Research Assistant in the Jurica Lab at UC Santa Cruz from 2011 to 2012.
Research Experience
Throughout his academic and professional career, Ethan Aguilar has gained significant research experience. His role as a Postdoctoral Researcher involved conducting high-level research projects, while his time as a Ph.D. Candidate allowed him to delve deeper into immunological studies. His early experience as an Undergraduate Research Assistant provided foundational skills in laboratory techniques and research methodologies.