David Banks

David rejoined Biopharma in 2013 as Senior Scientist having worked as a co-ordinator in the National Health Service and gaining experience working in a variety of analytical laboratories; David was promoted to R&D and Laboratory Manager in January 2016.

Previously, David worked for Biopharma for four years from 2002 to 2006, having studied for a BSc in Neuroscience at the University of Manchester. During this original period with the company, he built up significant experience in the freeze-drying industry, providing analytical research, consultancy and cycle development for customers worldwide. He has also travelled extensively providing installation and training for Biopharma’s bespoke analytical equipment.

As R&D and Laboratory Manager, David oversees the smoothly running of the lab and acts as lead consultant and Project Manager on many of our larger customer projects.