TALENT DAY 2026

1 Oct 2026 | Ansio-Barakaldo, Spain

Thursday, 1 October 2026 | 09:30 - 10:15

From Lab Coats to Suits: Essential Roles in the Biotech Journey

Track:Talent and Diversity Day

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.

  • Speakers:

    • Moderator: Tomás Alarcón (Plataforma Biotech/3P Biopharmaceuticals)

    • R&D: David Álvarez (Roche)

    • Attraction and Talent Management Head: Eva Peña (VIVEBiotech)

    • USP Manufacturing: Jorge Villaverde (Viralgen)

    • Marketing: Marina Pomar (Merz Aesthetics)

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