Hazel Duran
About Hazel Duran
Hazel Duran is a QA Document Control Specialist at Kite Pharma, Inc., where she has worked since 2018. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry from Whittier College and has experience in various roles, including regulatory affairs intern and private tutor.
Work at Kite Pharma
Hazel Duran has been employed at Kite Pharma, Inc. as a QA Document Control Specialist since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for managing documentation related to quality assurance processes. Kite Pharma is known for its focus on innovative cancer therapies, particularly in the field of cell therapy. Duran's position involves ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining the integrity of quality documentation.
Education and Expertise
Hazel Duran studied at Keck Graduate Institute, focusing on Management for one year from 2015 to 2016. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry from Whittier College, where she studied from 2011 to 2015. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both scientific principles and management practices, relevant to her current role in quality assurance.
Previous Work Experience
Before her tenure at Kite Pharma, Hazel Duran held various positions that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a Regulatory Affairs Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls Intern at Gilead Sciences for three months in 2016. Additionally, she served as a Leap Office Student Receptionist and an Independent Researcher at Whittier College from 2011 to 2015. Duran also worked as a Private Tutor during the same period and volunteered at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in 2009.
Volunteer Experience
In 2009, Hazel Duran volunteered at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California, for a duration of two months. This experience allowed her to gain insights into the healthcare environment and develop skills relevant to patient care and support. Volunteering has been an integral part of her early career, demonstrating her commitment to community service.