Rob Solomon
About Rob Solomon
Rob Solomon is a Quality Assurance Specialist at Kite Pharma, Inc., with a background in regulatory affairs and quality assurance. He has previously held positions at Astellas Pharma, Baxalta, and Amgen, and holds multiple degrees from the University of Southern California.
Current Role at Kite Pharma
Rob Solomon serves as a Quality Assurance Specialist at Kite Pharma, Inc. since 2018. He is based in Santa Monica, California. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements within the organization. His expertise in quality assurance supports Kite Pharma's commitment to delivering safe and effective therapies.
Previous Experience in Pharmaceutical Industry
Rob Solomon has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry. He worked at Astellas Pharma as an R&D Business Process and Supplier Specialist from 2016 to 2018. Prior to that, he was a Quality Assurance Analyst II at Baxalta for one year in 2015. His career also includes roles at Amgen, where he held various positions including Project Associate II and Manufacturing Associate I. His experience spans multiple aspects of quality assurance and regulatory affairs.
Educational Background
Rob Solomon studied at the University of Southern California, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Epidemiology in 2001. He furthered his education at the same institution, obtaining a Master of Public Health in 2002 and a Master of Science in 2006. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in public health and quality assurance.
Expertise in Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance
Rob Solomon possesses expertise in global regulatory affairs and safety, strategic planning, operations, quality assurance, and compliance. His knowledge in these areas has been developed through his various roles in the pharmaceutical industry, where he has contributed to ensuring that products meet regulatory standards and quality expectations.
Awards and Recognitions
In September 2014, Rob Solomon received an award from the Director of GRAAS Strategic Planning & Operations for Supplier Management. This recognition highlights his contributions to supplier management within the regulatory affairs and quality assurance domains.