Shirlee Wallingford

Shirlee Wallingford is an experienced professional in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, currently serving as Lead Solutions Consultant at IDBS since January 2022. Prior to this role, Shirlee held the position of Scientist in Biologics Analytical Development at AbbVie from February 2016 to January 2022, where responsibilities included the development, validation, and transfer of cell-based potency and immunogenicity assays, along with leading investigations for assay troubleshooting. Shirlee’s earlier experience includes serving as a Senior Professional at Allergan, focusing on the development and transfer of cell-based potency assays, and as Lead Production Technician at Focus Diagnostics, supervising a cell culture and virology production team. Shirlee began a career in research as a Research Technician at Triton Diagnostics, manufacturing cell culture antigens for diagnostic kits. Educational qualifications include a BA in Biochemistry from Pomona College and a Master of Education in Secondary Education from UCLA, with an additional year of studies at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.