Sylvia Bouwmeester
About Sylvia Bouwmeester
Sylvia Bouwmeester is a Teamlead at Kite Pharma, where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in the biomedical field, having held various roles at Sanquin Bloedvoorziening and KREATECH Diagnostics over a span of nearly two decades.
Current Role at Kite Pharma
Sylvia Bouwmeester has been serving as a Teamlead at Kite Pharma since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing team operations and ensuring project objectives are met. Kite Pharma is known for its focus on innovative cancer therapies, particularly in the field of cell therapy. Bouwmeester's leadership contributes to the company's mission of advancing treatment options for patients.
Previous Experience at Sanquin Bloedvoorziening
Bouwmeester worked at Sanquin Bloedvoorziening from 2001 to 2019, where she held multiple positions. She started as a Product Development Technician for ten years, followed by a role as Senior Analyst for one year, and then served as Teamlead for six years. Her experience at Sanquin involved various aspects of blood supply and product development, enhancing her expertise in the field.
Education and Qualifications
Sylvia Bouwmeester studied at Hogeschool van Amsterdam, where she focused on Medische Biologie and earned the title of Ingenieur (Ir.) from 1993 to 1999. She also attended Hermann Wesselink College, where she completed her HAVO education. Her academic background provides a solid foundation for her career in the medical and biotechnology sectors.
Early Career at KREATECH Diagnostics
Before her extensive tenure at Sanquin Bloedvoorziening, Bouwmeester worked as a QC Technician at KREATECH Diagnostics from 1999 to 2001. This role involved quality control processes, contributing to her understanding of diagnostics and product standards in the biotechnology industry.