Aida Kaplan, PhD
About Aida Kaplan, PhD
Aida Kaplan, PhD, is a Clinical Program Manager at Kite Pharma with extensive experience in clinical program management, particularly in large B-cell lymphoma. She has a background in microbiology, immunology, and molecular genetics, having completed her studies at UCLA.
Current Role at Kite Pharma
Aida Kaplan serves as the Clinical Program Manager at Kite Pharma, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she leads the clinical operations for the Yescarta frontline large B-cell lymphoma (LBCL) program. Her responsibilities include overseeing clinical trials and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Kaplan's expertise in clinical program management is crucial to the advancement of Kite Pharma's innovative therapies.
Previous Experience at Kite Pharma
Prior to her current role, Aida Kaplan worked at Kite Pharma as a Clinical Trials Manager from 2019 to 2020, and as a Senior Clinical Trials Manager from 2020 to 2021. During her tenure, she contributed to the clinical development of Yescarta, a CAR T-cell therapy. Her experience in managing clinical trials has been instrumental in the successful implementation of Kite's clinical programs.
Education and Expertise
Aida Kaplan earned her PhD in Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics from UCLA, where she studied from 2010 to 2015. She also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in the same field, which she completed from 2007 to 2009. Kaplan's academic background provides a strong foundation for her extensive experience in clinical program management, particularly in the area of large B-cell lymphoma.
Experience at Armata Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Kaplan worked at Armata Pharmaceuticals, Inc. from 2015 to 2017, where she held the position of Associate Clinical Project Manager for two years. She also served as a Clinical and Regulatory Project Coordinator for six months in 2015. Her roles at Armata Pharmaceuticals contributed to her development in clinical project management and regulatory compliance.
Research Experience at UCLA
Before her industry roles, Aida Kaplan was a Graduate Student Researcher at UCLA from 2010 to 2015. During this five-year period, she engaged in research that enhanced her understanding of microbiology and immunology, further preparing her for a career in clinical program management.