Oscar Salas
About Oscar Salas
Oscar Salas serves as the Vice President and Head of Analytical Development and Quality Control at Sana Biotechnology, Inc., where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in the biotechnology sector, having held various leadership roles at organizations such as Genentech, Seagen, and Amersham Biosciences.
Current Role at Sana Biotechnology
Oscar Salas serves as the Vice President and Head of Analytical Development and Quality Control at Sana Biotechnology, Inc. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's focus on innovative therapies. His role involves overseeing analytical development processes and ensuring quality control measures are in place to support the company's objectives in biotechnology.
Previous Experience at Seagen
Prior to his current role, Oscar Salas worked at Seagen for a total of eight years. He began as the Director of Analytical Biochemistry from 2010 to 2014, where he managed analytical biochemistry functions. He then advanced to Senior Director of Analytical Sciences from 2014 to 2018, leading teams in the development and implementation of analytical strategies.
Background in Research and Development
Oscar Salas has a strong background in research and development, having worked at the Whitehead Institute as a Research Scientist from 1998 to 1999. He also held various positions at Genentech, including Senior Scientist/Senior Group Leader from 2002 to 2010, and later as Sr. Director of Pharma Technical Innovation, Technology & MSAT from 2018 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Oscar Salas earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Universidad de Costa Rica. He furthered his education at Northeastern University, where he obtained a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in analytical development and quality control within the biotechnology sector.
Career at Amersham Biosciences
Oscar Salas worked at Amersham Biosciences as a Staff Scientist from 2000 to 2002. In this role, he contributed to the development of analytical techniques and methodologies that are essential in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.