Lily Zhang
About Lily Zhang
Lily Zhang is a Lab Operational Specialist II at Kite Pharma, specializing in flow cytometry and laboratory operations. She has a background in microbiology and quality control, with experience in various medical and food production environments.
Work at Kite Pharma
Lily Zhang has been employed at Kite Pharma since 2021 as a Lab Operational Specialist II, contributing to laboratory operations in Santa Monica, California. Prior to this role, she served as a Lab Operational Specialist at the same company for five months in 2020. In her current position, she utilizes her skills in flow cytometry and document control to enhance laboratory efficiency and ensure compliance with operational standards.
Education and Expertise
Lily Zhang studied at the University of California, Merced, from 2013 to 2016, where she gained foundational knowledge in her field. She possesses expertise in clinical immune cell manufacturing and viral production, particularly in Biosafety Level 2+ environments. Her educational background supports her technical skills, including flow cytometry, auditing, and document control.
Background in Quality Control
Before joining Kite Pharma, Lily Zhang worked as a Quality Control Microbiologist at Yakult USA from 2017 to 2018. She also held a position as a Microbiologist at SunOpta from 2018 to 2019. Her experience in these roles involved implementing and managing quality assurance and quality control programs within the food production and processing sector.
Internship Experience
Lily Zhang gained practical experience as an intern at Torrance Memorial Medical Center from 2011 to 2013. This two-year internship provided her with valuable insights into laboratory operations and patient care. Additionally, she worked as a Staff Research Associate at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA for eight months in 2020, further enhancing her research skills.
Continuous Process Improvement Initiatives
In her roles, Lily Zhang actively seeks opportunities for continuous process improvement in laboratory settings. Her focus on efficiency and quality has contributed to the enhancement of operational practices within the organizations she has worked for, demonstrating her commitment to advancing laboratory standards.