Michelle Chen
About Michelle Chen
Michelle Chen is a research scientist with expertise in molecular and cell biology, focusing on therapeutic applications. She holds a PhD in Biology from UC Irvine and has contributed to innovative research at Kite Pharma and ResearchDx.
Work at Kite Pharma
Michelle Chen currently serves as a Research Scientist at Kite Pharma, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she participates in cross-functional teams aimed at enhancing research outcomes. Prior to her current role, she worked as a Quality Control Scientist at Kite Pharma from 2018 to 2020. During her tenure, she contributed to the development of innovative assay validation techniques, which are critical for ensuring the reliability of research findings.
Education and Expertise
Michelle Chen earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biology from the University of California, Irvine, where she studied from 2007 to 2013. She also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biology from National Taiwan University, completed from 2002 to 2006. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in molecular and cell biology, with a focus on therapeutic applications.
Background
Michelle Chen began her academic journey at National Taiwan University, where she obtained her Bachelor of Science in Biology. She then moved to the United States to pursue her PhD at UC Irvine. Following her doctoral studies, she worked as a Graduate Student at UC Irvine from 2007 to 2014, gaining extensive research experience in the Orange County, California area.
Previous Experience at ResearchDx
Before joining Kite Pharma, Michelle Chen worked at ResearchDx as a Research Scientist. She held the position of Research Scientist I from 2014 to 2016 and was later promoted to Research Scientist II from 2017 to 2018. During her time at ResearchDx, she developed her skills in research and contributed to various projects in the field.