Claudia Lee, PhD, Ppm, Pmp
About Claudia Lee, PhD, Ppm, Pmp
Claudia Lee, PhD, Ppm, Pmp, serves as the Director of Research Project Management at Carisma Therapeutics since 2022. She has held various roles in research and project management across several organizations, including the University of Pennsylvania and Maven Biotechnologies.
Current Role at Carisma Therapeutics
Claudia Lee serves as the Director of Research Project Management at Carisma Therapeutics, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing various research projects, ensuring that they align with the company's strategic goals. Her expertise in project management is crucial for the successful execution of research initiatives within the organization, which focuses on innovative therapies.
Previous Experience in Research and Management
Prior to her current role, Claudia Lee held several significant positions in the biotechnology and academic sectors. She worked at the Gene Therapy Program at the University of Pennsylvania as Director of Discovery Research Operations from 2017 to 2020. Before that, she was the Head of Biophysics at Maven Biotechnologies from 2011 to 2012. Her experience also includes a tenure as Program Manager at West Pharmaceutical Services from 2020 to 2022, where she managed advanced therapies.
Academic Background and Qualifications
Claudia Lee has a robust academic background, having studied at multiple prestigious institutions. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Physics from National Taiwan University (1998-2002), followed by a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from UC Irvine (2006-2007). Additionally, she completed a Postdoc Professional Master in Bioscience Management at Keck Graduate Institute (2009-2011) and obtained a Master's degree in Physics from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (2002-2005).
Project Management and Technical Expertise
Claudia Lee has demonstrated strong project management and technical skills throughout her career. She established resource forecast processes to manage critical resources effectively, particularly during contract negotiations. Her management of next-generation AAV vector development projects included capsid engineering and preclinical vector evaluation. She also oversaw sponsored genome editing projects in collaboration with Precision Biosciences, showcasing her ability to lead complex scientific initiatives.
Teaching Experience at Keck Graduate Institute
In addition to her industry roles, Claudia Lee served as an Adjunct Professor at Keck Graduate Institute for four months in 2015. This position allowed her to share her expertise in research project management and contribute to the academic development of students in the field. Her experience in academia complements her extensive background in biotechnology and project management.