Aren Nazarian
About Aren Nazarian
Aren Nazarian is a Senior Research Associate II at Kite Pharma, specializing in cancer immunology and cell therapy. He has a background in molecular and cell biology and has held various research positions in the biotechnology field since 2015.
Current Role at Kite Pharma
Aren Nazarian currently holds the position of Senior Research Associate II at Kite Pharma. He has been in this role since 2020, contributing to the company's research initiatives in cancer immunology and cell therapy. His responsibilities include leading a team focused on High Throughput Flow Cytometry routine testing, which is essential for advancing therapeutic developments in the field.
Previous Experience at Kite Pharma
Prior to his current role, Aren Nazarian worked at Kite Pharma as an Associate Scientist I from 2019 to 2020. During this 11-month tenure, he gained valuable experience in the research and development processes that support the company's mission in cell therapy.
Experience at Orca Bio
Aren Nazarian served as a Research Associate at Orca Bio from 2017 to 2019. His two-year experience in Menlo Park, California, allowed him to further develop his skills in research related to cell therapies and immunology, contributing to the advancement of innovative treatments.
Educational Background
Aren Nazarian studied at the University of California, Berkeley, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Molecular and Cell Biology with a focus on Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from 2015 to 2017. He also attended Glendale Community College from 2012 to 2015, where he studied General Biology before transferring to UC Berkeley.
Research Experience at UC Berkeley
While at the University of California, Berkeley, Aren Nazarian worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant from 2016 to 2017 for 10 months. This role provided him with foundational research experience, enhancing his understanding of molecular biology and contributing to his professional development in the field.