Hazel Jeong
About Hazel Jeong
Hazel Jeong is a Senior Process Engineer with over a decade of experience in the biotechnology sector, specializing in cell therapy and technical writing. She has worked for notable companies such as Genentech and Kite Pharma, and currently contributes to Instil Bio.
Work at Instil Bio
Hazel Jeong currently holds the position of Senior Process Engineer at Instil Bio. She has been with the company since 2021, contributing her expertise in biotechnology and cell therapy. Her role involves overseeing and optimizing processes related to cell therapy development, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Education and Expertise
Hazel Jeong earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Integrative Biology from the University of California, Berkeley, completing her studies from 2008 to 2012. She possesses strong skills in Technical Writing, particularly within the biotechnology and cell therapy sectors. Her academic background supports her professional expertise in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Change Control (CC).
Background in Biotechnology
Hazel Jeong has over a decade of experience in the biotechnology industry, with a focus on advancements in cell therapy, specifically CAR-T. Her career includes various roles that have contributed to her knowledge and skills in process engineering and project management. She has worked at notable companies such as Genentech and Kite Pharma.
Previous Roles at Kite Pharma
At Kite Pharma, Hazel Jeong held multiple positions, including Process Engineer II and Cell Therapy Specialist. She worked as a Process Engineer II for five months in 2020 and as a Process Engineer for one year from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, she served as a Cell Therapy Specialist from 2017 to 2019, gaining valuable experience in the development and implementation of cell therapy processes.
Experience at Genentech
Hazel Jeong began her career at Genentech, where she worked as a Senior Bioprocess Technician from 2013 to 2017. During her four years at Genentech, she developed foundational skills in bioprocessing that have informed her subsequent roles in the biotechnology sector.