Larissa Oudshoorn
About Larissa Oudshoorn
Larissa Oudshoorn is a Process Engineer II at Kite Pharma, with a background in quality assurance and biomedical sciences. She has held various roles in the pharmaceutical and research sectors, including positions at Sanquin, Amaris, and The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies.
Current Role at Kite Pharma
Larissa Oudshoorn currently serves as a Process Engineer II at Kite Pharma, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing and improving processes related to the development and manufacturing of cell therapies. Her expertise contributes to the company's commitment to advancing innovative treatments for cancer patients.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance and Consulting
Prior to her current role, Larissa Oudshoorn worked as a Quality Assurance Specialist at Kite Pharma from 2020 to 2021. She also held positions as a Consultant in Quality Assurance and Quality Control at Amaris from 2018 to 2020 and at SkinVision in 2019. Her experience in these roles involved ensuring compliance with industry standards and improving quality systems.
Educational Background in Biomedical Sciences
Larissa Oudshoorn studied Biomedical Sciences at Hogeschool van Utrecht, where she earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) from 2010 to 2014. She also completed her secondary education at Alkwin Kollege, achieving Hoger algemeen voortgezet onderwijs (Havo). This educational foundation provided her with the necessary knowledge and skills for her career in the biomedical and pharmaceutical fields.
Experience in Research and Development
Larissa Oudshoorn has a background in research, having worked at the Hubrecht Institute from 2013 to 2014. During her time there, she focused on the effect of biopsy on tumor cell migration in Glioblastoma. This experience enhanced her understanding of developmental biology and stem cell research, contributing to her expertise in the biomedical sector.
Career Progression and Roles in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Larissa Oudshoorn has held various roles in the pharmaceutical industry, including a position as a Technician in the Pharmaceutical Development Support team at The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson from 2015 to 2017. She also worked as a Consultant at Thirona in 2018. Her diverse experiences across different organizations have equipped her with a broad skill set in process engineering and quality assurance.