Niels Baron
About Niels Baron
Niels Baron serves as the Associate Director of Quality Assurance at Kite Pharma, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in quality assurance and process engineering, having worked at various companies including Janssen Vaccines & Prevention and Crucell.
Work at Kite Pharma
Niels Baron has held the position of Associate Director QA at Kite Pharma since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing quality assurance processes and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. His experience in quality assurance and management contributes to the company's commitment to delivering high-quality products in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Before joining Kite Pharma, Niels Baron accumulated extensive experience in quality assurance roles at Janssen Vaccines & Prevention. He served as a QA Officer from 2009 to 2012, followed by a position as Sr. QA Officer from 2012 to 2013. He then advanced to QA Manager Compliance & Training from 2013 to 2016. Additionally, he was a Teamleader Emergency Response Team from 2010 to 2015, demonstrating his leadership capabilities in critical situations.
Background in Engineering and Quality Management
Niels Baron began his career in the biopharmaceutical industry at Crucell, where he worked as a Process Technician and later as a Process Engineer in USP Development. His engineering background laid the foundation for his subsequent roles in quality assurance. He also served as Sr. Manager Global Quality EMEA at Astellas EMEA from 2016 to 2018, further enhancing his expertise in global quality management.
Education and Expertise
Niels Baron earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from De Haagse Hogeschool / The Hague University of Applied Sciences, completing his studies from 1999 to 2003. His educational background in chemical engineering supports his technical knowledge and understanding of processes in the biopharmaceutical industry.