Sifat Ahmed
About Sifat Ahmed
Sifat Ahmed is the Director of Process Engineering at Instil Bio, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in process engineering and regulatory compliance, with previous roles at Kite Pharma and Thermo Fisher Scientific.
Current Role at Instil Bio
Sifat Ahmed serves as the Director of Process Engineering at Instil Bio, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the engineering processes involved in the manufacturing of biopharmaceutical products. His focus includes ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) within an ISO:13485 certified facility. His leadership is crucial in maintaining the quality and efficiency of production processes.
Previous Experience at Kite Pharma
Prior to his current role, Sifat Ahmed worked at Kite Pharma in various capacities. He served as an Associate Scientist in Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) for six months in 2020 and as a Senior Research Associate focused on Lifecycle Management (LCM) from 2018 to 2020. His experience at Kite Pharma involved significant responsibilities in product development and compliance with industry regulations.
Experience at Thermo Fisher Scientific
Sifat Ahmed has a substantial background at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where he worked from 2014 to 2018. He began as a Scientist I and advanced to Scientist II, where he led cell culture initiatives. His work involved troubleshooting and managing cell culturing processes for HLA cell lines and CAR-T cells, contributing to large-scale manufacturing efforts.
Educational Background
Sifat Ahmed holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology from UC San Diego. He also earned an Associate’s Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Los Angeles Pierce College. Furthering his education, he obtained a Master's degree in Biotechnology Regulatory Affairs from the University of Maryland Global Campus. His academic background supports his expertise in the biopharmaceutical industry.
Professional Achievements
Throughout his career, Sifat Ahmed has developed and implemented programs to enhance operational efficiency and compliance. He created a cross-check program to ensure technician training and adherence to procedures. Additionally, he has been involved in creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and training guidelines that facilitate multi-department coordination, leading to significant improvements in departmental efficiency.