HELPING OUR
CUSTOMERS TO MEET
QUALITY CONTROL
STANDARDS
TEAM
Our team is formed by 20 passionate and dedicated professionals with a high background in areas such as Molecular Biology, Biochemistry and Pharmacy, with experience in ATMPs and in the application of GMP regulations.
Together, we combine experience, creativity and an unwavering commitment to quality to consistently exceed our clients.
PATRICIA
MUÑOZ, Ph.D.
Managing Director
Dr. Muñoz, specialized in ciliopathies and epigenetic regulation of hepatic cancer, holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Research. She spent 5 years in Denmark as an MSCA fellow, gaining invaluable experience in the field. Upon returning to Spain, she applied her expertise to an international gene therapy CDMO for two years before boarding on the establishment and management of QUATRE LAB.
ITXASO
GURRUTXAGA, M.Sc.
Qualified Person
Itxaso holds a degree in Pharmacy with a Specialty on Pharmaceutical Industry and Galenic. She has 12 years of experience in companies in the pharmaceutical and medical device sector covering different departments, of which 8 years as a Quality Assurance Specialist and QMS Manager. She has strong experience as QP in pioneer CRO in the Basque Country.
LOURDES
MARTÍN , M.Sc.
Quality Assurance Lead
Graduated in Pharmacy and with a master’s degree in Pharmaceutical technology, Lourdes afterwards specialized in Quality and GMP regulations in the pharmaceutical industry. Before joining QUATRE LAB´s team, she worked for 4 years in Quality Control and Quality Assurance departments in big international pharmaceutical companies.
MARKEL
ETXABEGUREN, MBA
Project Management
Law graduate and MBA holder, boasts over ten years of robust experience in steering business and social initiatives, spanning domestic and global realms. For the past five years, he has dedicated his expertise to driving ATMP biotech companies, demonstrating adeptness in navigating the intricacies of this specialized sector while fostering innovation and growth on an international scale.
ADRIANA
IBARRA, Ph.D.
R&D Lead Scientist
PhD in Biomedical Research & co-lead of the QC department, Adriana develops client-customed techniques from scratch to perform comprehensive qualifications. Broad international experience in metabolic research, a strong background in islet & pancreatic biology and hormone physiology and signaling. Expert in primary tissue isolation and stem cell culture, and in a wide range of cellular and molecular assays.
JON
MANCHA
IT Technician
Jon has more than 15 years of solid experience as IT services analyst designing, implementing and managing IT services in healthcare and industrial environments among others. With extensive experience in IT process management following methodologies such as Agile or ITIL (of which he is certified), he is specialist in IT infrastructure and systems homologation.
ÁLVARO
SANTOS, Ph.D.
QC Lead Scientist
PhD in Biomedical Research and co-lead of the QC department, Álvaro develops analytical procedures in GMP conditions, and manages their qualification and validation. He has a wide experience in translational and clinical research, bolstered by multiple publications in high-impact journals and by contributing to the design of non-industry sponsored phase I-III clinical trials.
ROSSANA
GARCÍA
Regulatory Lead
Graduated in Biology with a master’s degree in Production and Applied Quality, with more than 30 years of experience in the pharmaceutical sector and in research in the field of advanced therapies. She has also worked as a consultant specialized in quality and regulatory areas since 2010.
GUILLERMO
RIBES
Chief Financial Officer
Guillermo, with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration, has 8 years of experience (4 in the biotech sector) occupying positions as Controller or CFO in various portfolio companies. He holds a Diploma in Business Sciences, focusing on Finance, and completed an Advanced Postgraduate Program. Member of the Valencian Institute of Economists, he supports financial & operational aspects at Columbus Venture Partners.
OUR VALUE
Fueled by a deep passion for the work we do and impacted on advancing patient health, we are compelled to make a difference in every action we take, ensuring that each effort positively contributes to the lives of those we serve.
Our ability to innovate is a cornerstone of our success, it empowers us to transform fresh ideas into tangible realities, constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are dedicated to continuous learning and personal and professional development. Recognizing that growth is essential, we embrace opportunities to expand our knowledge and skills.
By fostering an inclusive environment, we amplify our collective impact beyond individual capabilities. Together, we create a synergy that drives meaningful change and propels us towards our shared goals.
Quality Advanced Therapies Research, S.L. holds the Authorizations for Type 2 contained use Facilities (A/ES/23/I-01 and A/ES/23/I-50) to work with genetically modified organisms (Activity Authorizations A/ES/23/01 and A/ES/23/140) granted by the Interministerial Council on Genetically Modified Organisms (CIOMG), affiliated with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food of Spanish Government.