Darin Salloum, PhD
About Darin Salloum, PhD
Darin Salloum, PhD, serves as the Director of T Cell Therapeutics at Sana Biotechnology, Inc., a position he has held since 2024. He has an extensive background in biology, holding a Ph.D. from The Graduate Center, City University of New York, and has previously worked in various roles at Sana Biotechnology and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center.
Work at Sana Biotechnology
Darin Salloum, PhD, serves as the Director of T Cell Therapeutics at Sana Biotechnology, Inc. since 2024. In this role, he oversees the development and implementation of innovative T cell therapies. Prior to his current position, he held the title of Principal Scientist in T Cell Therapeutics at the same company from 2023 to 2024. His earlier experience at Sana includes serving as a Senior Scientist in T Cell Therapeutics from 2021 to 2023. His tenure at Sana reflects a progressive career focused on advancing therapeutic strategies in cellular biology.
Education and Expertise
Darin Salloum earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biology, specializing in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology, from the City University of New York Graduate Center, completing his studies from 2008 to 2014. He also holds an M. Phil. in the same field from the Graduate Center, which he achieved during his doctoral studies. Earlier, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biology from Brooklyn College, studying from 2004 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in T cell therapeutics.
Background
Before joining Sana Biotechnology, Darin Salloum worked as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center from 2014 to 2021. During this period, he engaged in advanced research in the field of cancer biology, contributing to the understanding of therapeutic approaches. His background in both academic and research settings has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of cellular therapies and their applications in medicine.
Career Progression
Darin Salloum's career in the biotechnology sector has shown a clear trajectory of growth and specialization. He began his professional journey at Sana Biotechnology as a Senior Scientist in T Cell Therapeutics, where he worked for two years before advancing to the role of Principal Scientist. His recent promotion to Director reflects his contributions and expertise in the field. His experience at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center further complements his professional development, emphasizing his commitment to advancing therapeutic innovations.