Ryan Murphy, PhD
About Ryan Murphy, PhD
Ryan Murphy, PhD, is a Senior Clinical Trials Management Associate with over seven years of experience in translational oncology research and a strong background in pharmaceuticals. He advocates for inclusivity in STEM and has held various roles in clinical research and management across several prestigious organizations.
Work at Kite Pharma
Ryan Murphy currently serves as a Senior Clinical Trials Management Associate at Kite Pharma, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves overseeing clinical trial operations and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Previously, he worked as a Clinical Trials Management Associate at Kite Pharma from 2021 to 2023, contributing to the management of clinical studies focused on innovative cancer therapies. His experience at Kite Pharma has allowed him to deepen his expertise in clinical trial processes within the pharmaceutical industry.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Murphy holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Pharmacology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he studied from 2016 to 2021. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Molecular Environmental Biology from the University of California, Berkeley, from 2010 to 2014. His educational background is complemented by a strong focus on translational oncology research, where he has over seven years of experience. He advocates for inclusivity in STEM, emphasizing the need for diverse representation in scientific fields.
Background
Ryan Murphy completed his high school education at Marymount High School in Los Angeles from 2006 to 2010. He later participated in a study abroad program at Florence University of the Arts in Spring 2013. His professional journey includes various roles in clinical research and business processes, including positions at Dohmen Life Science Services, Catalyst Advisors LP, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His diverse experiences have shaped his career in the life sciences sector.
Professional Experience
Ryan Murphy has accumulated extensive experience in the life sciences and clinical research sectors. He worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill from 2016 to 2021, focusing on pharmacological studies. Prior to that, he served as a Drug Safety Coordinator and Senior Business Processes Coordinator at Dohmen Life Science Services in the San Francisco Bay Area. His early career included roles as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at UC Berkeley and a Research Assistant at UCSF, where he contributed to dermatological research.