Matthew Reynolds
About Matthew Reynolds
Matthew Reynolds is a Cell Culture Specialist and Lead at Kite Pharma, where he has worked since 2018, focusing on enhancing cell therapy processes and optimizing biopharmaceutical manufacturing workflows. He has over a decade of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, having previously held roles at Grifols and UPS.
Work at Kite Pharma
Matthew Reynolds has served as a Cell Culture Specialist, Lead at Kite Pharma since 2018. In this role, he has contributed to the advancement of cell therapy processes, focusing on enhancing the efficiency of cell culture operations. He has actively participated in cross-functional teams aimed at optimizing biopharmaceutical manufacturing workflows, demonstrating a commitment to improving production processes within the organization.
Previous Experience in Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing
Before joining Kite Pharma, Matthew Reynolds worked at Grifols as a Lead Manufacturing Technician from 2012 to 2018. His role involved overseeing manufacturing processes and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Prior to Grifols, he held a supervisory position at UPS from 2007 to 2011, where he managed operations and staff. He also worked at Biomat USA, Inc. as a Plasma Classification Technician for one year, gaining valuable experience in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Reynolds studied at Citrus College, where he earned a degree in Biology/Biological Sciences, General, from 2008 to 2012. His education laid the foundation for his expertise in cell culture techniques, particularly in scaling up processes for commercial production in the biopharmaceutical industry. This educational background supports his current role at Kite Pharma, where he applies his knowledge to enhance cell therapy processes.
Career Timeline
Matthew Reynolds has a diverse career trajectory that spans over a decade. He began his professional journey at UPS as a Supervisor from 2007 to 2011. He then transitioned to Biomat USA, Inc. for a year before joining Grifols as a Lead Manufacturing Technician from 2012 to 2018. Since 2018, he has been with Kite Pharma, where he continues to advance in his role as Cell Culture Specialist, Lead.