Kumud Raj Poudel

Kumud Raj Poudel is an experienced professional in the field of pharmaceutical development, currently serving as Senior Director of Late Stage Development at CARGO Therapeutics. Previously, Kumud held the position of Director and Head of Product Development at Tune Therapeutics and served in various roles at Bristol Myers Squibb, including Associate Director, Senior Principal Scientist, and Senior Scientist. Early career experience includes a Scientist role at Juno Therapeutics, Inc., and as an American Heart Association Fellow at Fred Hutch. Kumud holds a Ph.D. in Material Science and Engineering from Washington State University and a BA in Physics from Simpson College.