John Collins

John Collins has extensive experience in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry. John currently serves as the Senior Director of Manufacturing Technical Operations at NexImmune, Inc., where they play a crucial role in the development and advancement of innovative immunotherapies based on the company's proprietary AIM™ technology. Prior to this role, Collins held the position of Director of Manufacturing Technical Operations at NexImmune, contributing to the company's nanotechnology platform that stimulates the body's immune system to target specific diseases.

Before joining NexImmune, Collins worked as a Principal Consultant at a Biomanufacturing and GMP Systems Consultant firm. In this role, they utilized their expertise in GMP manufacturing to provide guidance, advice, and hands-on activities to enhance manufacturing and quality systems for biotechnology and pharmaceutical clients.

Collins has also held various leadership positions throughout their career. John served as the Director of Virus Production at Paragon Bioservices, Inc., where they oversaw the production of viruses for therapeutic purposes. Additionally, at Lentigen Technology Inc., they held the positions of Director of Manufacturing and GMP Manufacturing Manager, where they were responsible for managing manufacturing operations and ensuring compliance with GMP regulations.

Collins has also worked as an Independent Contractor and a GMP Biomanufacturing Consultant, providing consulting services to the biotech community. In these roles, they offered strategic consulting and expertise in establishing GMP manufacturing capabilities for retroviral diagnostics and other biotech projects.

Earlier in their career, Collins held positions at Amplimmune, Inc. as Director of Development and at Meridian BioGroup, LLC as Senior Technical Specialist. John also served as the Biomanufacturing Manager at UMBI Shady Grove, overseeing GMP contract manufacturing and training programs.

Collins began their career in manufacturing roles at bioMerieux and Organon Teknika, where they gained foundational experience in the industry.

Overall, John Collins brings extensive experience and expertise in manufacturing, GMP compliance, and leadership roles to their current position at NexImmune.

John Collins has a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology from the University of MD College Park.