Henry Blanco
About Henry Blanco
Henry Blanco is a Cell Therapy Specialist I at Kite Pharma, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in laboratory and quality control roles across several companies and holds a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology.
Work at Kite Pharma
Henry Blanco has been employed at Kite Pharma as a Cell Therapy Specialist I since 2022. He works in El Segundo, California, where he contributes to the development and implementation of cell therapy solutions. His role involves applying his expertise in laboratory practices and quality control to support the company's mission in advancing innovative therapies.
Previous Experience in Biotechnology
Prior to his current position, Henry Blanco held various roles in the biotechnology sector. He worked at Takeda as a Manufacturing Technician 1 for five months in 2020. He also served as a Medical Lab Assistant at Q² Solutions for one month in 2019. His experience includes working as a Laboratory Technologist at PerkinElmer Analytical Solutions B.V. from 2020 to 2021 and as a Clinical Laboratory Technician at LabCorp Clinical Trials from 2018 to 2019.
Educational Background
Henry Blanco has a solid educational foundation in the sciences. He earned an Associate of Arts degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences from Los Angeles Pierce College. He also obtained an Associate of Science degree in Biology from Los Angeles Valley College. His academic journey culminated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology from California State University-Dominguez Hills, which he completed from 2015 to 2018.
Career Focus and Expertise
Henry Blanco has a career focus on cell therapy, which is reflected in his current role as a Cell Therapy Specialist I. His diverse experience across various laboratory and quality control environments has equipped him with a broad skill set. He follows a strong family tradition in laboratory work, inspired by his father's career in a hospital laboratory.