Laura Bassett
About Laura Bassett
Laura Bassett is a Cell Therapy Account Specialist with extensive experience in launching biotech products in Oncology, Hematology, and Neurology. She has a strong background in sales and has worked for various companies, including Kite Pharma and Merck, while holding a Bachelor's degree in Business/Corporate Communications from the University of Connecticut.
Work at Kite Pharma
Laura Bassett has been employed at Kite Pharma as a Cell Therapy Account Specialist since 2022. In this role, she focuses on the promotion and support of cell therapy products, leveraging her extensive background in oncology. Her position is based in New Haven, Connecticut, where she engages with healthcare professionals to facilitate the adoption of innovative therapies.
Current Role at Merck
In addition to her role at Kite Pharma, Laura Bassett has been working at Merck as an Oncology Sales Specialist since 2021. Based in Hartford, Connecticut, she utilizes her expertise in oncology to drive sales and enhance the understanding of Merck's oncology product offerings among healthcare providers.
Previous Experience in Biotech and Pharmaceuticals
Laura Bassett has a diverse background in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries. She previously worked at Oncopeptides AB as an Oncology Account Specialist from 2020 to 2021. Prior to that, she spent five years at Pfizer as a Professional Healthcare Representative, focusing on oncology and urology. Her experience also includes a role as a Territory Manager at UroGen Pharma in 2020.
Education and Expertise
Laura Bassett earned her Bachelor's degree in Business/Corporate Communications from the University of Connecticut, where she studied from 1988 to 1992. Her educational background complements her extensive experience in launching biotech products, particularly in oncology, hematology, and neurology. She possesses in-depth knowledge of various disease states, including prostate cancer and blood cancer.
Achievements and Recognition
Throughout her career, Laura Bassett has received multiple recognitions for her performance in sales. Notably, she won the Premier Award in 2017 and was named the Regional Performance Winner in 2018. These accolades reflect her effectiveness and dedication in her roles within the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors.