Tamara Marsh Email & Phone Number

I am a Stem Cell Biologist and Cell Therapy process development and manufacturing scientist, passionate about building teams to rapidly develop cell-based therapeutic modalities. My strengths are curiosity and critical thinking, which make me an excellent problem solver. My collaborative approach is founded on open communication and brutal honesty, which has proven to be effective in building high-performing and resilient teams that deliver timely under pressure.•Cell and Developmental Biologist with 20+ years in stem cell and human reproductive biology and toxicology•Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience with pluripotent stem cells, including embryonic and induced pluripotency; expertise in differentiation into multiple lineages including pancreatic islet cells, cardiomyocytes, glial progenitor cells, and neurons.•10 years of biotechnology industry drug development experience.•Collaborative leader with track record of productive academia-industry collaboration and CDMO management to execute company's external manufacturing •Curious, critical thinker, and creative data-driven problem-solver.•Proven track record in building development labs and GMP manufacturing suites, along with processes, to support production of cell/gene therapies.•Superpower in building and leading high-performing cross-functional teams that deliver under pressure, ambiguity and on short timelines. •Excellent communication skills and ability to influence and present to diverse audiences.•Expertise in stem and reproductive cell biology, CRISPR genome editing, process development, cell/gene therapy CMC including analytical development and control, safety assessment, technology transfer, cGMP manufacturing and CMC regulatory requirements.

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  University Of California, San Francisco

  Cell/Cellular And Molecular Biology