Thursday, 1 October 2026 | 09:30 - 10:15
From Lab Coats to Suits: Essential Roles in the Biotech Journey
A career in biotechnology doesn’t have to begin and end in academia or at the lab bench. This panel brings together industry professionals who stepped away from hands-on research in academia to show how a solid scientific background can open doors across the entire biotech sector. From scaling up production and navigating regulatory hurdles to managing clinical trials and driving commercial strategy, the discussion cuts through the jargon to look at what these jobs actually involve day to day. Panelists will share honest perspectives on the mindset shifts and practical skills needed to make the leap, offering a grounded roadmap for anyone looking to turn their analytical training into real-world impact beyond academia.
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Speakers:
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Moderator: Tomás Alarcón (Plataforma Biotech/3P Biopharmaceuticals)
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R&D: David Álvarez (Roche)
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Attraction and Talent Management Head: Eva Peña (VIVEBiotech)
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USP Manufacturing: Jorge Villaverde (Viralgen)
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Marketing: Marina Pomar (Merz Aesthetics)
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5 speakers
Human Resources Director / Coordinator Talent Group ASEBIO
3P BIOVIAN
ATTRACTION AND TALENT MANAGEMENT HEAD
VIVEbiotech
Health Marketing Leader
Merz Aesthetics
USP Director
VIRALGEN
R&D Engineer
Roche