Dan Pearce
About Dan Pearce
Dan Pearce serves as the Vice President of European Manufacturing & Technical Operations at Adaptimmune, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in quality assurance and manufacturing within the pharmaceutical industry, having held various roles at companies such as Genus Pharmaceuticals, Patheon, and Catalent Pharma Solutions.
Current Role at Adaptimmune
Dan Pearce serves as the Vice President of European Manufacturing & Technical Operations at Adaptimmune, a position he has held since 2021. He is based in Oxford, England, United Kingdom. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing manufacturing and technical operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and leading initiatives related to cell and gene therapy products.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Prior to his current role, Dan Pearce held several positions in quality assurance across various companies. He worked at Genus Pharmaceuticals as a Quality Assurance Manager from 2011 to 2014 and at Catalent Pharma Solutions as a Global Compliance Auditor and Global Director of Supplier Quality Assurance from 2014 to 2017. His experience also includes roles at Patheon, where he served as a QA Section Head and Quality Assurance Manager.
Educational Background
Dan Pearce studied at the University of Bath, where he earned a degree in Biology with a classification of 2.1 from 1999 to 2002. He completed his earlier education at Aylesbury Grammar School from 1993 to 1999. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his career in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.
Achievements in Manufacturing and Compliance
Dan Pearce has successfully applied for a new Manufacturing Import Authorization (MIA) for the site of Qualified Person (QP) importation certification of cell and gene therapy products. He has also led the establishment of a clinical GMP quality system for the manufacture of lentivirus in a new facility, demonstrating his expertise in regulatory compliance and quality management.
Professional Certifications and Skills
Dan Pearce is an IRCA-certified Lead Auditor, showcasing his qualifications in auditing and compliance. He is also a qualified Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt, indicating proficiency in process improvement methodologies. His experience includes being an experienced supplier auditor in finished product, API, and excipient manufacture, with exposure to international locations such as India and China.