The Professional Science Master's in Biotechnology has been designed with direct input on curriculum from the advisory board. Board members have been asked to serve based on their direct industry connections and ability to provide insight on the skill sets and tools that are most needed in the industry. Members have also committed to assisting with internship positions, attending networking events, and aiding in job placement of graduates.
- Richard Cutler Jr, PhD
Advisory Board Chair
Vice President
Aduro Biotech
- Jacob Glanville, PhD
CEO
Distributed Bio Inc.
- Paul Hastings
CEO
Nkarta
- Susan Kramer, DrPH
Executive Vice President
Concentric Analgesics
- Gail Maderis, MBA
President and CEO
Antiva Biosciences, Inc.
- Nicole Miller, PhD
Molecular Diagnostics
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc.
- Ron Najafi, PhD
Founder and CEO
Emery Pharma Services
- Michelle Nemits
Executive Director
Biocom Bay Area
- Rich Price, PhD
Oncology Strategic Analyst
Genentech, Inc.
- Cale Reid, PSM
Program Manager, Provide Platform
Flatiron Health
- April Ryles, PSM
Regulatory Affairs Associate II
BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.
- Reginald Smith
Principal Quality Assurance Professional
Abbott Diagnostics
- Jacinto Villanueva, PhD
Chief Executive Officer
Calico Biolabs, Inc.
- Jeff Wallin, PhD
Senior Director
Gilead Sciences
- Vince Wu PhD
Principal
VLW Associates, Inc.