Jim Mc Michael Iii
About Jim Mc Michael Iii
Jim Mc Michael III is a Research Operations Manager specializing in Live Cell Therapy at Kite Pharma, where he has worked since 2018. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Bucknell University and has extensive experience in cellular and molecular biology, having previously held positions at Walter Reed Army Institute of Research and Geisinger Health System.
Current Role at Kite Pharma
Jim Mc Michael III serves as the Research Operations Manager for Live Cell Therapy at Kite Pharma, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing lab operations and ensuring that the team adheres to high standards of safety and compliance. He acts as a key reference point for both internal and external communications and administrative concerns within the lab. Additionally, he recruits and integrates new team members to enhance the operational capabilities of the lab, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of research efforts.
Education and Expertise
Jim Mc Michael III has a solid educational background in biology and chemistry. He studied at Northampton Community College, where he earned an Associate of Science (AS) degree from 2010 to 2011. He then attended Bucknell University, obtaining a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology from 2011 to 2013. His expertise includes cellular and molecular biology, with a strong capability in developing and optimizing assays and workflows. His educational foundation supports his current responsibilities in research operations.
Previous Experience in Research
Before joining Kite Pharma, Jim Mc Michael III accumulated significant experience in various research roles. He worked at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research as a Senior Lab Manager and Research Associate in Molecular Diagnostics and Laboratory Services from 2016 to 2018. Prior to that, he served as a Research Technician II at Geisinger Health System from 2014 to 2015 and as a Research Technologist II at Penn State College of Medicine from 2015 to 2016. He also held a position as a Research Associate at Bucknell University from 2013 to 2014.
Operational Contributions at Kite Pharma
At Kite Pharma, Jim Mc Michael III has implemented various operational improvements to enhance lab productivity. He has expertise in lab design and process configuration, which allows scientists to focus more on research activities. He creates and measures key metrics aimed at delivering exceptional lab services. Additionally, he has established lab operational safety procedures and policies to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.