Melissa Malapit Chum, Mbs
About Melissa Malapit Chum, Mbs
Melissa Malapit Chum serves as the Associate Director of Compliance for R&D Quality and Medical Governance at Kite Pharma, a position she has held since 2023. She has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with previous roles at Walgreens, Bristol Myers Squibb, Celgene, and Organon.
Work at Kite Pharma
Melissa Malapit Chum currently serves as the Associate Director of Compliance in R&D Quality and Medical Governance at Kite Pharma. She has held this position since 2023, contributing to the organization's commitment to maintaining high standards in research and development compliance. Prior to her current role, she worked at Kite Pharma as a Senior Manager in the same department from 2021 to 2023, where she focused on ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies.
Education and Expertise
Melissa Malapit Chum earned a Master of Business and Science (MBS) degree in Drug Discovery and Development from Rutgers University, completing her studies from 2012 to 2016. Additionally, she participated in the Mini-MBA: BioPharma Innovation Certification Program at Rutgers University in 2016. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (BSPS) from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, which she completed from 2005 to 2009. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in pharmaceutical sciences and business management.
Professional Background
Melissa Malapit Chum has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. She began her career as an Intern in the Managed Markets Department at Organon from 2006 to 2007. She then worked at Walgreens as a Certified Pharmacy Technician from 2007 to 2010. Her career progressed at Celgene, where she held various roles, including Senior Specialist in Quality & Process Operations from 2015 to 2016, U.S. REMS Trainer from 2013 to 2015, and Manager of Quality & Process Operations in Clinical QA from 2016 to 2020. She also served as Senior Manager of Clinical Trial Inspection Management at Bristol Myers Squibb from 2020 to 2021.
Career Achievements
Throughout her career, Melissa Malapit Chum has demonstrated a commitment to compliance and quality assurance within the pharmaceutical industry. Her roles have included significant responsibilities in clinical trial management and quality operations, contributing to the successful implementation of compliance strategies. Her experience spans various organizations, allowing her to develop a comprehensive understanding of regulatory requirements and quality management systems in the biopharmaceutical sector.