Philip Vkovski

Virologist and Senior Project Manager

Basel, Basel, Switzerland

About

Passionate molecular virologist with 15 years of experience advancing molecular‑biology, biotechnology, and infectious‑disease research and development across human and veterinary pathogens. I specialise in turning deep scientific insight into impact-driven solutions within interdisciplinary, innovation-focused environments. Research: Conducted rigorous academic research and investigated the molecular biology of RNA viruses, including highly pathogenic human viruses. Project Management: Oversaw R&D and led CMC and vaccine manufacturing activities as a project manager, bridging discovery and product development. Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Demonstrated success leading cross‑functional teams and multi‑institutional partnerships, ensuring seamless integration of virology, immunology, manufacturing, and regulatory expertise to meet project milestones. Strategic Science Leadership: Leverages a strong virology foundation together with strategic planning expertise to drive public‑health and "one health" research‑development programs toward measurable impact.

Experience

  • Rocketvax AG (3 yrs 11 mos)
    • Senior Project Manager
      Oct 2024 - Dec 2025 · 1 yr 3 mos

    • Project Manager
      Feb 2022 - Sep 2024 · 2 yrs 8 mos

  • Postdoctoral Researcher at Institute for Infectious Diseases, IFIK, Bern
    Aug 2020 - Jul 2022 · 2 yrs

  • Institute of Virology and Immunology, IVI, Bern (6 yrs 4 mos)
    • Postdoctoral Researcher
      Jul 2018 - Jul 2020 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    • PhD Student
      Apr 2014 - Jun 2018 · 4 yrs 3 mos