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Juan A.

Principal Scientist - Apheresis And Cell Sciences at Legend Biotech

Juan A. has extensive work experience in the field of biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. Juan has worked in various roles at different companies.

Juan began their career as a Postbaccalaureate Fellow at the National Institutes of Health in 2006. Juan then worked as a Senior Research Technician at The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, where they focused on studying the effects of the neurotransmitter glutamate in spinal cord injuries.

In 2009, Juan joined New Mexico Tech as a Research Assistant and later became a Teaching Assistant, teaching chemistry classes and overseeing laboratory activities.

In 2011, Juan joined the University of New Mexico as a Research Assistant, where they conducted research in an unspecified field.

In 2014, Juan joined Roche Molecular Systems as a Laboratory Technician, responsible for purifying DNA primers and probes for medical and research diagnostic kits. Juan also played a role in streamlining purification processes and implementing changes in batch records and SOPs.

In 2015, Juan transitioned to Novartis, where they held roles as a Cell Processing Specialist in the Cell and Gene Therapy department and as a Senior Scientist Informatics in the analytical stewardship group. In these positions, they worked on the development and launch of CAR-T therapy for pediatric acute lymphoblastic leukemia and diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, known as Kymriah. Juan also led a collaborative project to integrate cGMP and development data systems for data analysis and health authority filings.

Most recently, Juan joined Legend Biotech in 2018. Juan currently holds the role of CM Data Management and Integration Lead, where they are responsible for managing data and integrating systems. Additionally, they serve as a Principal Scientist in the Apheresis and Cell Sciences department.

Overall, Juan's work experience showcases their expertise in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, laboratory operations, and data management.

Juan A. earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Biology from the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology in 2006. Juan then attended the same university from 2009 to 2010, studying Chemistry. From 2010 to 2011, they studied at the University of New Mexico, but it is not specified if they obtained a degree during that time. Finally, from 2011 to 2013, Juan A. earned a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Biomedical Engineering from the University of New Mexico.

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Timeline

  • Principal Scientist - Apheresis And Cell Sciences

    October, 2020 - present

  • CMC Data Management And Integration Lead

    August, 2018

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