Jurjen Velthuis
About Jurjen Velthuis
Jurjen Velthuis serves as the Senior Director of Manufacturing Sciences and Technology at Kite Pharma, where he leads MSAT teams focusing on product and process response. He previously held the position of Vice President of Science & Development at Kiadis Pharma for eleven years and has a background in biomedical health sciences from Radboud University.
Current Role at Kite Pharma
Jurjen Velthuis serves as the Senior Director of Manufacturing Sciences and Technology at Kite Pharma. In this role, he oversees the MSAT analytical support and process sciences. He leads site MSAT teams that focus on product and process response, investigations, and process improvements. Velthuis is also a member of the Kite TCF04 Site Leadership Team, providing strategic leadership to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
Previous Experience at Kiadis Pharma
Prior to his current position, Jurjen Velthuis worked at Kiadis Pharma as the Vice President of Science & Development from 2009 to 2020. During his 11 years in this role, he was based in the Amsterdam Area, Netherlands. His work involved overseeing various scientific and developmental initiatives that contributed to the company's growth and innovation in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Postdoctoral Research Background
Jurjen Velthuis has a solid academic background with postdoctoral research experience. He worked at Erasmus MC from 2003 to 2007 for four years and later at Leiden University Medical Center from 2007 to 2008 for one year. His research roles contributed to his expertise in biomedical sciences and prepared him for leadership positions in the pharmaceutical industry.
Educational Qualifications
Jurjen Velthuis earned his Master of Science degree in Biomedical Health Sciences from Radboud University. He studied there from 1994 to 1998 for four years. This educational foundation has been instrumental in shaping his career in the life sciences and biopharmaceutical fields.