Neuchâtel, Switzerland
As Senior Director of Business Development & Technical Partnerships at ExcellGene, I lead strategic growth initiatives and cultivate impactful collaborations within the biotech sector. My role focuses on expanding ExcellGene’s business opportunities, establishing and managing key technical partnerships, and supporting innovation through excellent cell line and process development. Working closely with cross-functional teams and industry partners, I drive efforts to advance our technology platforms and deliver value to our clients. With over 15 years of experience as a scientist and a business developer in the pharmaceutical industry, I have a unique combination of skills and knowledge that enable me to explore and create opportunities with potential clients and partners. My passion for applied science and innovation drives me to help biotech projects grow and get their products into clinical trials. I have a PhD in Epigenetics and a strong background in cell line development, biochemistry, and molecular biology. I have also contributed to multiple patents and publications in these fields. At ExcellGene, I leverage my technical expertise and business acumen to bridge the gap between science and business, and to deliver high-quality solutions for complex and challenging biologics.
As Senior Director of Business Development & Technical Partnerships, I lead strategic growth initiatives and cultivate impactful collaborations within the biotech sector. My role focuses on expanding ExcellGene’s business opportunities, establishing and managing key technical partnerships, and supporting innovation through excellent cell line and process development. Working closely with cross-functional teams and industry partners, I drive efforts to advance our technology platforms and deliver value to our clients.
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