Luis Peña, Mbs

Cell Therapy Specialist @ Kite Pharma

About Luis Peña, Mbs

Luis Peña is a Cell Therapy Specialist currently employed at Kite Pharma since 2022. He has a background in biotechnology and genomics, holding a Master of Business and Science from Rutgers University and a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Microbiology from the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez.

Current Role at Kite Pharma

Luis Peña serves as a Cell Therapy Specialist at Kite Pharma, a position he has held since 2022. His work is based in Frederick, Maryland, where he applies his expertise in cell therapy to support the company's mission in advancing innovative cancer treatments. His role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance the development and delivery of cell-based therapies.

Previous Experience in Biotechnology

Before joining Kite Pharma, Luis Peña accumulated diverse experience in the biotechnology field. He worked at Emergent BioSolutions as an Upstream Manufacturing Associate from 2021 to 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland. Prior to that, he held positions at Infinity BiologiX, first as a Specimen Processor in 2020 and later as a Lead Specimen Processor from 2020 to 2021, both in Piscataway, New Jersey. His early career included roles at GENEWIZ as an Inside Sales Associate and internships at PharmAllies.

Education and Expertise

Luis Peña earned a Master of Business and Science degree in Biotechnology & Genomics from Rutgers University–New Brunswick, completing his studies from 2018 to 2020. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Microbiology from the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez, where he studied from 2013 to 2018. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in cell therapy and biotechnology.

Research Experience

Luis Peña gained valuable research experience as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez from 2016 to 2018. This role allowed him to engage in hands-on research projects, enhancing his understanding of microbiology and contributing to his professional development in the scientific community.

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