Jens Gruber

Founder @ Pacuna Biotech | Ph.D. in Molecular Biology

Berlin Metropolitan Area

About

With over two decades in molecular biology and biotechnology, I currently lead Pacuna Biotech as Founder, driving innovation in sustainable nanobody therapeutics and advanced delivery platforms. Passionate about redefining drug development, I aim to create a transformative impact in precision medicine while fostering ethical and sustainable practices. By leveraging diverse experiences and a commitment to collaborative innovation, I align with Pacuna Biotech’s vision of a smarter, more sustainable future for medicine. At Pacuna Biotech, I lead the development of proprietary platforms for RNA and small-molecule delivery, focusing on precision and sustainability. In collaboration with my team, we have advanced nanobody pipelines, emphasizing animal-friendly approaches and cutting-edge therapeutic solutions. My experience in drug development and biotechnology underpins our mission to revolutionize targeted therapeutics, paving the way for a new era in healthcare.

Experience

  • Founder at Pacuna Biotech GmbH
    Aug 2024 - Present · 1 yr 11 mos

    Nanobodies. Alpacas. Precision delivery. Pacuna Biotech brings targeted therapeutics to the next level with a sustainable, animal-friendly nanobody pipeline and a proprietary platform for RNA & small-molecule delivery. A new era of smart medicine is here. #PacunaBiotech #FutureOfTherapy #NanobodyTech

  • Co-Founder at KABATAAN cosmetics GmbH
    Jun 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 1 mo

  • Chief Scientific Officer at Curexsys GmbH
    Aug 2020 - Present · 5 yrs 11 mos

  • German Primate Center (11 yrs 3 mos)
    • Group Leader "Medical RNA Biology"
      Jan 2013 - Jan 2020 · 7 yrs 1 mo

    • Scientist / Group Leader
      Nov 2008 - Dec 2019 · 11 yrs 2 mos

  • Postdoc at University of Amsterdam, Academic Medical Center
    2006 - 2008 · 2 yrs