Curtis D. Gallagher

Curtis D. Gallagher has a diverse work experience in the field of biotechnology and pharmaceuticals spanning over two decades.

Starting in 2000, Gallagher worked as a Pharmacy Technician at CVS Pharmacy for two years before moving to HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of York in 2002, where they served as a Certified (Lead) Pharmacy Technician. In this role, they regulated pharmacy inventory, tracked drug returns and recalls, and prepared compounds and IV admixtures.

In 2005, Gallagher joined Brockie Pharmatech as a Certified Pharmacy Technician. Curtis D. supported Pharmacists and Pharmacy Director in daily operations and led the conversion of pharmacies to a digital inventory system.

Gallagher pursued their graduate studies at the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) starting in 2009. Curtis D. served as a Graduate Research Assistant, conducting research on schizophrenia-linked hERG channels and contributing to several techniques and models in cell excitability and protein binding. Curtis D. also held the position of President's Fellow from 2013 to 2014, where they represented the Graduate School in an interdisciplinary committee studying Interprofessional Education (IPE) and co-authored a white paper with recommendations for further implementation.

During their time at UMB, Gallagher also worked at SOLAR, a core program launched at UMB, as an Inventor, Founder, and Program Manager. In this role, they designed, developed, and managed a resource exchange software program to improve resource utilization in research laboratories on campus.

After completing their graduate studies, Gallagher took on various roles at the University of Maryland - A. James Clark School of Engineering. Curtis D. served as a Molecular Biologist and Lab Coordinator, where they contributed to the development of cell culture-based biopharmaceutical products. Curtis D. later became a Teaching Assistant for the BIOE498E course, specializing in entrepreneurship in chemical and life sciences. Additionally, Gallagher held the position of Lecturer, where they guided students in assessing the feasibility of startup ventures and developing business plans.

In 2016, Gallagher ventured into business development consulting, working as a consultant for Breezio and BioBuzz. Curtis D. played a role in developing business strategies and fostering partnerships in the biotechnology industry.

Gallagher then transitioned back to the biotechnology industry, joining NextCure, Inc. in 2020 as a Senior Process Engineer. Curtis D. worked on downstream protein purification activities for potential monoclonal antibody therapeutics and fusion proteins. In their subsequent role as Manager, Development & Manufacturing, they coordinated with various teams to ensure efficient protein purification.

In 2022, Gallagher joined Miltenyi Biotec as the Manager of Process Development, where they oversaw the development and optimization of processes. Later in the same year, they returned to NextCure, Inc. as a Senior Scientist in the Development department.

Overall, Curtis D. Gallagher's work experience encompasses roles in pharmacy, academia, biopharmaceutical development, and business consulting, with a focus on research, process development, and project management.

Curtis D. Gallagher has a diverse education history. In 2002, they received a certification in Desktop Publishing from the Lancaster County Career and Technology Center. Curtis D. then went on to complete their Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, with a focus on General Biology, at York College of Pennsylvania in 2009.

After their undergraduate studies, Curtis pursued a Master of Science degree in Cellular and Molecular Biomedical Sciences at the University of Maryland Baltimore, which they completed in 2015.

In addition to their formal education, Curtis has obtained several certifications to further enhance their skills and knowledge. Curtis D. became a Certified Pharmacy Technician in March 2004 through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). In 2016, they also completed multiple learning paths on Lynda.com, including "Become a Leader," "Fostering Innovation," and "Become a Manager," showcasing their commitment to professional development.