Jose Rafael Fuentes Flores possesses extensive experience in downstream processing and biotechnology, having held various positions such as Group Leader of Purification Development at Lonza and Downstream Scientist at mAbxience. Previous roles include Application Specialist at Roche and Head of Biotechnology Downstream Lab at Quimbiotec, where responsibilities also encompassed coordinating the downstream area and serving as a Downstream Processing Expert. Additionally, Jose Rafael has experience as a Research Assistant in the plant molecular biology lab at the Advanced Studies Institute. Academic qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Cellular Biology from Central University of Venezuela and an Upper Intermediate degree in English Language and Literature from British Council Caracas.