Stephen Underwood

Stephen Underwood is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in GMP manufacturing and fermentation processes. Currently serving as Senior Manager of Upstream GMP Manufacturing at Agenus since January 2016, Stephen oversees operations support staff in maintaining GMP clean rooms and was a core subject matter expert in constructing a new commercial manufacturing facility. Prior roles include Manufacturing Manager at XOMA, where responsibilities encompassed directing fermentation processes and supervising compliance with organizational policies. Additionally, Stephen held positions as Senior Supervisor of Manufacturing Fermentation and Senior Engineer at Excelsus Scientific Engineering, Inc., providing validation consultancy. Stephen's career began at Bayer HealthCare as Supervisor of Pilot Plant Fermentation, where leadership was demonstrated in troubleshooting and managing scientific teams. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Physics from the University of California, Davis, and an Associate in Science in Physics from Solano Community College.