Hannah Kirkegaard
About Hannah Kirkegaard
Hannah Kirkegaard is a Senior Research Associate at Kite Pharma, where she has worked since 2021, focusing on scalable manufacturing processes for cancer immunotherapies. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering from the University of California, Davis, and has previous experience in quality assurance and cell therapy.
Work at Kite Pharma
Hannah Kirkegaard has been employed at Kite Pharma as a Senior Research Associate since 2021. In this role, she has contributed to the development of scalable manufacturing processes for cancer immunotherapies. Her work focuses on enhancing the efficiency of cell therapy production, which is critical for the advancement of cancer treatments. Additionally, she has participated in cross-functional teams aimed at improving the accessibility of these therapies.
Education and Expertise
Hannah Kirkegaard earned her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering from the University of California, Davis, where she graduated with High Honors. Her studies spanned from 2013 to 2018, providing her with a strong foundation in engineering principles and their application in the biomedical field. This educational background supports her expertise in research and development within the biopharmaceutical industry.
Previous Experience at Kite Pharma
Before her current position as Senior Research Associate, Hannah Kirkegaard worked at Kite Pharma as a Cell Therapy Specialist I/II from 2019 to 2021. In this role, she gained valuable experience in the production and development of cell therapies, further enhancing her skills and knowledge in the field.
Experience at Sienna Biopharmaceuticals
Hannah Kirkegaard briefly worked as a Quality Assurance Consultant at Sienna Biopharmaceuticals for two months in 2018. This role provided her with insights into quality control processes within the biopharmaceutical industry, contributing to her overall expertise in ensuring compliance and quality in therapeutic development.