Gary Owens
About Gary Owens
Gary Owens is the Team Leader of Therapeutic Discovery at Precision BioSciences, Inc., where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in the biotechnology field, having held various research and leadership roles at several organizations over the past two decades.
Work at Precision BioSciences
Gary Owens has been employed at Precision BioSciences, Inc. since 2017. He currently holds the position of Team Leader Therapeutic Discovery, a role he has occupied since 2020. His work is based in Durham, North Carolina, where he leads initiatives in therapeutic discovery, contributing to the company's mission in the biotechnology sector.
Previous Experience in Biotechnology
Prior to his current role, Gary Owens worked at several organizations in the biotechnology field. He served as a Senior Research Associate Scientist II at AlphaVax from 2003 to 2010. He also held positions as a Discovery Scientist at AlphaVax from 2008 to 2010, and as a Senior Scientist at Liquidia Technologies from 2010 to 2013. His experience includes a role as a Principal Scientist at Envisia Therapeutics from 2014 to 2017.
Educational Background
Gary Owens earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Campbell University, where he studied from 1991 to 1995. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Biology from East Carolina University, completing his studies there from 1996 to 1999.
Early Career and Research Experience
In the early stages of his career, Gary Owens worked as a Research Technician II at East Carolina University from 1999 to 2000. He also gained experience as a QC Specialist at Argos Therapeutics (Merix Biosciences) for five months in 2003. His foundational roles contributed to his development in the field of biological sciences.