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Welcome to our specialised platform of top-tier consultants, all experts who have worked with biotech and life science companies for many years. Our dynamic platform has been carefully crafted to simplify your journey through the world of consultancy. Take full advantage of the intuitive filters to fine-tune your search and discover the perfect consultant who aligns with your unique project needs. Once you've identified the ideal consultant, the next step is easy – simply select "Start Your Project." You'll be prompted to complete a form with essential project details, allowing us to get a clear picture of your requirements. After you've submitted the form, we'll reach out to propose suitable dates for a kick-off meeting between you and your chosen consultant.
canada
SCICON: 1792
A PhD consultant in the biotechnology and life sciences industry with over 17 years of experience working internationally. Specializing in customer insights, market-driven product development and strategic marketing, with expertise in genomic medicine, gene therapy, cell therapy, nanomedicine, NGS, molecular diagnostics, oncology, and more. Held leadership positions in biotech and life sciences companies in Canada, US and UK, including Abcam, STEMCELL Technologies, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Cytiva/Danaher.
I have a a D.Phil. in Biochemistry from the University of Oxford with first author publication in Nature Immunology; an MSc from University of Toronto and a BSc (Honours) from University of British Columbia.
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Voice of Customer/Customer Insights
Market Driven Product Requirements
Value Propositions and Product Positioning
Product-Market fit
Competitor Landscape Assessments
Pricing Strategies
Go to Market Strategies
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southafrica
SCICON: 1782
With over a decade's experience in Life Sciences, Biotechnology Commercialization and Law, I have developed a broad scope of skills in various fields, ranging from sales and marketing, to regulatory and logistic affairs. During my time as business developer, I assisted companies in establishing global distribution networks, raised global awareness through marketing campaigns, and increased sales revenue three-fold within 18 months. I have substantial experience in biotech commercialization and have successfully overseen the commercial release of more than 80 products into the global market.
I specialize in assisting companies to develop and expand their business in South Africa and other African countries. This process entails the development and implementation of a commercial strategy that is tailored for the specific territory of interest, as well as the establishment of customer and distributor networks, and guidance as to regulatory compliance and logistic considerations. I have an aptitude for relationship building, strategic planning and target customer profiling, which forms the foundation of my business development capabilities.
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sweden
SCICON: 1775
I own a Ph.D. in molecular biology from Max Planck Institute for Infection Biology and have accumulated more than 12 years of industry experience. Having worked in different life science industries spanning from biotech to animal feed legislation. My main experience is the start-up culture and this is what I am mostly interested about and where I see the greatest fit with my consultancy proposition. My aim is to use my expertise and professional network to support the product development and marketing in small to medium sized life science companies with scientific services such as data analysis, scientific writing and competitive research. I follow a pragmatic approach combining hands-on work and strategic impulses. I am passionate about science and innovation and always eager to learn and being surprised by the multitude of outstanding ideas in the life science sector.
My positions were:
- PhD student (flow cytometry, cell culture, infection biology, confocal microscopy)
- Postdoc (flow cytometry, infection biology)
- Project manager at Mologen AG (preclinical safety studies of a DNA vaccine, developing new concepts for platform technology)
- Manager Scientific Cooperation at Zaluvida Corporate (innovation management, scientific expertise for CSO)
- Director Scientific Affairs at Mootral SA (R&D in animal feed, stakeholder management, competitor watch, scientific communication)
- Scientist at Federal Institute for Risk assessment (safety of feed additives, scientific writing)
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germany
SCICON: 1673
With more than 10 years of R&D experience in biochemistry and infection biology, I am a Senior Scientist for Surface Chemistry in Biotechnology at e-Proteins, the world leader in avidin derivatives production. I have been applying my expertise and skills to develop innovative binding protein solutions for diagnostic, biotech, and pharma industries, addressing the main challenges of streptavidin-based applications.
As a team leader and co-founder of Sapoto, I have also been managing and coordinating a team of 30 employees, integrating external service providers, and overseeing the quality management activities for other test centers. I hold the credentials of QMB Manager and Internal Auditor, which enable me to ensure compliance with GMP, GLP, and GCP standards. My mission is to contribute to the advancement of biotechnology and improve the quality and reliability of binding protein products.
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uk
SCICON: 1669
As an experienced HR Director, I became an HR Consultant in 2002, providing advice and consultancy support to a broad variety of clients across a diverse range of sectors in respect of employment issues. In 2007, I set up Employment Law in Action with my business partner. Employment Law in Action provides legal and HR support across a wide client base, including PLCs and SMEs. I head up the HR Consulting team and continue to play an integral role with my team in providing advice and support to clients in respect of employee relations, in developing and delivering training courses for HR teams and senior managers, and in the management and delivery of change programmes and restructuring projects. One of the sectors that I work closely with is Life Sciences. In addition, I am an accredited Mediator of employment disputes and have a master’s in employment law (LLM).
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usa
SCICON: 1670
Marketing and communications leader with extensive agency and manufacturer side experience in sectors including Life Sciences and Consumer Packaged Goods. Proven track record leading strategic vision, delivering executional excellence and cultivating teams in the areas of media, digital marketing, consumer promotions, PR, agency relations, creative services and package design.
Leveraging decades of corporate experience to help companies, both large and small, elevate their marketing communication practices by providing 1) interim strategic leadership and executional oversight, 2) evaluating and optimizing organizational structure and practices and 3) assessing talent.
Recent engagements have included: 1) leading global marketing initiatives targeted to the recombinant protein scientific community including collateral development, global adaptations, email marketing. This required creating structure and education around goal setting, measurement and reporting; 2) Acting as the interim head of integrating communications for mid-sized nutritional company in need of reevaluating the structure of their Package Design and Media functions which consisted of 35 subject matter experts.
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● Integrated Marketing
● Operational Efficiencies
● Agency Selection/Management
● Omnichannel Planning & Buying
● Talent Development
● Executive Recruiting
● Consumer Relations
● Change Management
● Marketing Content Development
● Organization Design
● Zero-based Budgeting
● Public Relations
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uk
SCICON: 1671
I consider myself an "all-rounder," but as a consultant, I focus on helping clients with their marketing, bringing my experience from the last 25 years working in a range of commercial roles at top life science companies. After a Ph.D. and post-docs, I started my first non-lab role in tech support, then developed my business skills in sales and business development before progressing to senior management positions in marketing, product management, and business unit management, where I founded and led international teams.
I've worked with commercial and technical teams at >200 life science companies - distributors, manufacturers, and OEM resellers in public companies, private companies, and startups. As a consultant, I take on a range of commercial projects, mainly in the marketing/product management realm, specializing in writing engaging content to attract and convert customers, including websites and sales tools.
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france
SCICON: 1653
With a distinguished background, which includes a PhD and an eMBA, I seamlessly integrate scientific and technical expertise with a profound understanding of global business strategy in chemistry for the biology, assay development and detection methods.
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usa
SCICON: 1650
Innovator with extensive experience and a proven track record of developing successful corporate strategies that increase revenues in the Life Sciences industry. Creative visionary and change agent who identifies growth markets, business drivers and builds collaborative global and cross-functional relationships. Recognized for combining transformational business strategies with supporting business cases, operating plans, budgets, and programs.
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Strategic Planning | M&A | Financial Analysis | Partnerships and IVs | Market Assessments | Negotiation | Deal Structuring | Due Diligence
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Flow cytometry, antibodies, reagents, dyes, instruments ( sorters and analyzers)
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netherlands
SCICON: 1649
Senior technical expertise on antibodies and immunoassays
With a thorough background of molecular cell biology and biochemistry, I have accrued multi-disciplinary knowledge and experience while working in both academic and commercial environments with an emphasis on antibodies and immunoassays. During my CSO appointment at an antibody manufacturer, I have gained global recognition on my knowledge of commercial antibodies and their validation through meetings and publications. During my time involving drugs discovery I have developed several assays and filed for patents. I have tutored and trained assistants to very high standard, and many of them have moved on the career ladder since then. After I have written SOPs in a GLP-audited CRO and many technical and managerial SOPs for a fast-growing research antibody manufacturer, my focus has been on protein biomarkers and antibody validation to industrial standard. This focus led to a thorough understanding of etiologies at protein level and of diagnostics and medical interventions. My understanding of physical, chemical, and pharmacological principles made me ready to move on as an independent consultant to aid antibody manufacturers and in vitro diagnostics industries. My interest in strategic planning has helped me thinking creatively thus providing valuable inspirations to move biotech/pharma companies forward.
Based on the above, I was in the opportunity to set up my own company to introduce a long sought after quality standard for commercial tool antibodies. This concept may ultimately also work for the early discovery of candidate therapeutic antibodies.
My expertise is now available to assist in technical or strategic hurdles when complementary experience is required. When assistance is needed for a start-up or for a well-established company, confidentiality is guaranteed, and NDAs can be exchanged when required.
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uk
SCICON: 1646
30+ years of experience in the Life Sciences Industry, with particular expertise in research tools including antibodies, recombinant proteins and associated kits.
I have a PhD in Immunology, and commercial experience at Board level as Site Director, Commercial Director and Chairman. I have worked with family businesses, listed companies and PE backed companies, and have experience of developing companies to successful trade exits. My focus within industry has always been to identify new opportunities with either technology or with customers, and to execute those as quickly and effectively as possible.
Commercially I have gained in depth experience in a range of roles, and can offer advice in Business Development, Strategy, Operational and Technical areas My in-depth experience includes:-
Business Strategy
Reagent in-licensing and out-licensing
Supply agreements
Business development with major IVD and Pharmaceutical customers
Product development
P&L analysis and responsibility
Quality Systems
Developing and leading Commercial Sales and Marketing teams
Operational expertise and commercial reagent manufacturing
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uk
SCICON: 1639
Our consultants have extensive experience of working within start-up and small company environments and have developed their skills and expertise across a variety of disciplines within the IVD industry including, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, design and development, innovation, manufacturing and Notified Body lead auditing.
Our credentials include the preparation and management of international regulatory submissions, QMS implementation and maintenance in compliance with global regulatory requirements and the successful development and commercialisation of IVD products within entrepreneurial settings.
Noteworthy former senior leadership roles within pioneering IVD companies include Head of Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs, Chief Technology Officer, Head of Site and Director of Innovation and New Technologies.
We offer a range of pragmatic, flexible and customised consulting and training services covering regulatory, quality, product development and innovation to support our clients from product concept to commercialisation and beyond. These include:
• Person Responsible for Regulatory Compliance (PRCC).
• Product classification and regulatory strategy.
• Performance evaluation planning and reporting, including scientific validity, analytical performance and clinical performance.
• Risk management (ISO 14971).
• Preparation of regulatory submissions in compliance with the UK MDR, EU IVDR and other global regulations.
• Technical documentation review and remediation.
• Review of marketing, product packaging, labelling and instructions for use to ensure compliance with global requirements.
• Post-market surveillance and vigilance guidance.
• Gap analysis.
• Identification of applicable standards.
• QMS implementation, remediation and maintenance in conformity with ISO 13485, MDSAP and other global requirements.
• Quality planning guidance, including quality objectives and management of changes to the QMS.
• Quality impact assessment of design and development activities.
• Manufacturing and QC documentation guidance.
• Supplier control, including the control of critical outsourced processes.
• Equipment and QMS software validation guidance.
• Control of nonconformities, including root cause analysis, corrective action and preventive action.
• Management review.
• Internal auditing and gap analysis.
• Innovation input to new product concepts.
• Evaluation of novel technologies for IVD applications.
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uk
SCICON: 1594
30 years experience building Life Science businesses. Involved in the set up and growth of 15+ various Life Science businesses from diagnostic, software and biotechnology based companies. Advise on BD deals and M&A, having been involved in numerous large deals and 6 exits both on the buy and sell side. Worked with large corporate's such as Unilever plc and Alere Inc, and sat on Boards of various SMEs like; Cumulus Oncology, DxCover and Innova Biosciences.
Experience working with Boards and business owners with change management and building successful businesses with a wide network across the Life Science sector plus links to investment and financing.
Specialities: Life Science Consultancy, working with Boards and scaling & exiting businesses.