Sao Mai Nguyen Mau
About Sao Mai Nguyen Mau
Sao Mai Nguyen Mau serves as the Associate Director of Research External Collaborations at Kite Pharma, where she fosters partnerships to enhance treatments for hematologic malignancies. With a strong academic background in microbiology and extensive experience in research and technology development, she effectively manages collaborations and project proposals to align with corporate strategies.
Current Role at Kite Pharma
Sao Mai Nguyen Mau serves as the Associate Director of Research External Collaborations at Kite Pharma, a position held since 2022. In this role, she manages a small team responsible for ensuring timely contract execution and fiscal responsibility for external engagements. Her work supports partnerships aimed at advancing treatments for hematologic malignancies. She also oversees the intake, triage, and review of project proposals to ensure alignment with corporate strategy and development needs.
Previous Experience at University of Chicago
Prior to her current role, Sao Mai Nguyen Mau worked at the University of Chicago in various capacities. From 2009 to 2014, she was a PhD Candidate and Research Scientist, contributing to research in microbiology. Following this, she served as Associate Project Manager from 2014 to 2017, and then as Technology Development Manager at the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation from 2017 to 2020. Her roles involved managing projects and facilitating technology development.
Educational Background in Microbiology
Sao Mai Nguyen Mau holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Microbiology from the University of Chicago. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Microbiology from the University of Maryland. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in advancing cancer therapies and managing research collaborations.
Experience in External Research Collaboration
At Kite Pharma, Sao Mai Nguyen Mau has held the position of Senior Manager of External Research Collaboration from 2020 to 2022. In this role, she focused on building relationships with researchers, academic institutions, and industry partners. This experience has equipped her with the skills necessary to inform strategic decisions and enhance collaboration in the field of cancer research.
Diverse Skill Set and Background
Sao Mai Nguyen Mau possesses a focused background in biology, particularly in advancing cancer therapies. Her experience extends beyond oncology, encompassing areas such as clean energy, new materials, and data science. This diverse skill set enables her to approach new areas with vigor and effectively assimilate new information and skills.