David Chen

David Chen has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, currently serving as Senior Director of CMC Outsourcing and Supply Chain at Scholar Rock since January 2019, following roles as Director and Associate Director in Biologics Manufacturing and Outsourcing. Prior to Scholar Rock, David held positions at Alcresta Pharmaceuticals as Senior Manager of Contract Manufacturing, at Allena Pharmaceuticals, Inc. as Manager of Contract Manufacturing, and at Braintree Laboratories as Associate Manager of Validation and Technical Transfer. David's earlier experience includes a role as Manager of Contract Manufacturing at Alnara Pharmaceuticals, Inc., and a Contract Manufacturing Associate position at Altus Pharmaceuticals, where technical review and regulatory documentation were key responsibilities. Notable contributions also include process development consulting at Anza Therapeutics Inc. and foundational work as an Assistant Scientist at Cerus. David Chen holds a B.A. in Immunology from the University of California, Berkeley.