Francesca Rosenlund
About Francesca Rosenlund
Francesca Rosenlund is an Associate Director at Kite Pharma, where she has worked since 2018. She has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, having held various scientific positions at Roche and Novartis, and holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Università degli Studi di Perugia.
Work at Kite Pharma
Francesca Rosenlund has been serving as an Associate Director at Kite Pharma since 2018. In this role, she is involved in various projects related to the development of innovative therapies. Kite Pharma is known for its focus on cell therapy and aims to transform cancer treatment. Rosenlund's experience and expertise contribute to the company's mission of advancing healthcare solutions.
Previous Experience at Roche
Rosenlund has extensive experience at Roche, where she held multiple positions over several years. She worked as a Scientist from 2010 to 2011 and progressed to Senior Scientist from 2011 to 2013 in Nutley, NJ. Later, she served as Principal Scientist from 2013 to 2016 and then as Senior Principal Scientist from 2016 to 2018 in New York, NY. Her roles involved significant contributions to research and development in the pharmaceutical sector.
Education and Expertise
Francesca Rosenlund obtained her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemistry from Università degli Studi di Perugia, where she studied from 2005 to 2009. Prior to her Ph.D., she earned her Laurea in Chemistry from the same institution, completing her studies from 2000 to 2005. Additionally, she gained research experience as a Junior Specialist and Visiting PhD student at the University of California, San Francisco in 2008.
Postdoctoral Experience at Novartis
Rosenlund completed a Presidential Postdoc at Novartis from 2009 to 2010. This position allowed her to further develop her research skills and gain insights into the pharmaceutical industry. Her postdoctoral experience contributed to her professional growth and prepared her for subsequent roles in leading pharmaceutical companies.