Marta Pinheiro
About Marta Pinheiro
Marta Pinheiro is a Cell Therapy Specialist with a strong background in biotechnology and microbiology. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and a Master's degree in Biochemistry - Molecular Methods, and has extensive experience in flow cytometry, microscopy techniques, and cell culture.
Work at Kite Pharma
Marta Pinheiro has been employed at Kite Pharma since 2019, serving as a Cell Therapy Specialist. In this role, she applies her expertise in biotechnology and microbiology to advance cell therapy initiatives. Her responsibilities include overseeing cell culture processes and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Kite Pharma is known for its focus on innovative cancer therapies, and Pinheiro's contributions support the company's mission to develop effective treatments.
Education and Expertise
Marta Pinheiro holds a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from Universidade de Évora, where she studied Environmental Toxicology from 2005 to 2009. She furthered her education at Universidade de Aveiro, obtaining a Master's degree in Biochemistry with a focus on Molecular Methods, studying Pharmacology and Toxicology from 2010 to 2012. Her academic background provides a solid foundation for her extensive experience in flow cytometry, microscopy techniques, cell culture, and molecular biology.
Background
Before her current role at Kite Pharma, Marta Pinheiro gained diverse experience in the biotechnology field. She worked as a Bio Process Operator at MICREOS in Wageningen, The Netherlands, from 2018 to 2019. Prior to that, she served as a Quality Control Lab Manager and Technician at Pascoal & Filhos, SA in Aveiro, Portugal, from 2013 to 2017. Additionally, she began her career as a Student Employee at McDonald's in Aveiro from 2011 to 2013.
Achievements
Marta Pinheiro possesses strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to her professional development. Her extensive experience in quality control and laboratory management, combined with her academic qualifications in biochemistry, positions her as a knowledgeable professional in the field of cell therapy. Her work contributes to the advancement of therapeutic solutions in the biotechnology sector.