Jason Lee
About Jason Lee
Jason Lee is a Process Engineer II at Kite Pharma, where he focuses on innovative solutions to enhance product quality and reduce costs. He has a diverse background in biopharmaceutical processing and has held various positions in research and development across multiple organizations.
Work at Kite Pharma
Jason Lee currently serves as a Process Engineer II at Kite Pharma, a position he has held since 2022 in Santa Monica, California. Prior to this role, he worked as a Process Engineer I from 2020 to 2022 and as an Associate Process Engineer from 2019 to 2020. In his current role, he contributes to the Technology Development and Automation team by evaluating and implementing new technologies for both autologous and allogeneic pipeline products. He focuses on innovative solutions that aim to reduce costs of goods sold (COGS) while enhancing product quality, reliability, and control.
Education and Expertise
Jason Lee holds a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Biopharmaceutical Processing from Keck Graduate Institute, which he completed from 2016 to 2018. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology/Pre-med from the University of La Verne in 2015. Additionally, he studied Biochemistry at the University of California, Riverside, from 2008 to 2011. His educational background equips him with a solid foundation in biopharmaceutical processes and product development.
Background
Before his tenure at Kite Pharma, Jason Lee worked in various roles that contributed to his expertise in process engineering. He was a Research Microbiologist at the University of La Verne from 2015 to 2016 and a Commercial Drug Product Technology: Process Development Intern at Amgen for three months in 2017. He also served as a Graduate Consultant at SpectrumLabs.com from 2016 to 2019. Earlier in his career, he worked as an Advanced Mathematics Tutor at Kumon Math Learning Center in 2007.
Professional Experience
Jason Lee's professional experience spans several years in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. His roles have included significant contributions to process development and technology implementation. At Kite Pharma, he collaborates with various groups, including legal, business strategy, manufacturing, and external vendors, to address daily challenges and improve operational efficiency. His previous internships and consulting roles have further enhanced his skills in process engineering and product technology.