Background
Rigorously trained at Massachusetts Maritime Academy—a premier university for high-stakes, mission-critical leadership—I built a strong foundation in real-world operational execution, including getting a disabled ship back underway at sea to avoid million-dollar-per-day losses.
After returning from sea, I earned my MBA at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) where I sharpened my strategic thinking and leadership skills for complex, technical industries. This hands-on business education, combined with my maritime experience, equipped me to bridge science and operations to drive project alignment, execution, and results.
Building on this foundation, I established my career in biotech and have worked on both CDMO and sponsor sides of the industry. This dual perspective has given me a deep understanding of the challenges and priorities on each side, allowing me to anticipate needs, streamline collaboration, and drive programs forward with clarity and efficiency.
Ideal Role
I am targeting director-level roles in biologics project management, specifically within drug development across Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC), Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs), or manufacturing operations. I bring a proven ability to bridge complex scientific and operational priorities into clear, actionable strategies that streamline execution, accelerate timelines, and drive cross-functional success.
I’m seeking a mission-driven biotech in a dynamic start-up environment where innovation and collaboration drive meaningful progress. I’m especially drawn to companies addressing unmet medical needs in immunology, diabetes, and related diseases that is guided by bold science and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.
[Jessica's] fearless can-do attitude coming into a new situation and being relatively new to this industry is certainly one of her major strengths and adapting and contributing very quickly is a great accomplishment.
former manager
