Joshua Vander Laan
About Joshua Vander Laan
Joshua Vander Laan is a LIMS Administrator at Kite Pharma, where he has worked since 2022. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry from Eastern Michigan University and has extensive experience in quality control and system analysis within the pharmaceutical industry.
Work at Kite Pharma
Joshua Vander Laan has been employed at Kite Pharma as a LIMS Administrator since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for managing Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) to ensure efficient laboratory operations. Kite Pharma is known for its focus on cell therapy and innovative treatments, and Vander Laan contributes to these efforts through his expertise in laboratory management.
Education and Expertise
Joshua Vander Laan studied at Eastern Michigan University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. His academic focus included Biology and Chemistry, which provided him with a strong foundation in the sciences. This educational background supports his professional roles in laboratory settings and contributes to his expertise in managing laboratory information systems.
Professional Background
Prior to his current position at Kite Pharma, Joshua Vander Laan held several roles in the pharmaceutical and food industries. He worked as a QC Lab Technician III at Perrigo from 2010 to 2013, and as a System Analyst at Teva Pharmaceuticals from 2013 to 2022. He also briefly served as a Laboratory Technician at Dean Foods in 2010. These experiences have equipped him with a diverse skill set in quality control and systems analysis.
Career Progression
Joshua Vander Laan's career has progressed through various roles in laboratory and quality control environments. After starting as a Laboratory Technician at Dean Foods, he moved to Perrigo as a QC Lab Technician III. His subsequent role as a System Analyst at Teva Pharmaceuticals lasted for nine years, where he developed his analytical skills. This trajectory led him to his current position at Kite Pharma, where he applies his extensive experience in LIMS administration.