Behind every successful life science company, there are effective leaders who are passionate about driving innovation and improving patients’ lives. Leaders steer the ship and help make sure medical advancements are brought to market, supporting a business to achieve its long-term goals, motivating employees and providing clear direction.
You don’t necessarily need to be in charge to be a leader or make an impact. As a life science professional looking to progress in their career, exercising leadership skills can allow you to make an impact, positively influence others, and grow your network.
In our life science leaders’ series, hosted by Proclinical Staffing Associate Director, Precision Medicine, Naima Morys, we hear from inspiring leaders from across the life sciences industry, who share advice and insights on how you can grow and progress your career into leadership.
Part 1: Become a leader by networking
DR ANDREAS WORBERG, CTO AT CELLUGY
In the first part of our life science leaders series, Proclinical Staffing Associate Director, Precision Medicine, Naima Morys, speaks to Dr. Andreas Worberg, Chief Technology Officer at Cellugy ApS, about how to network your way to the top and building resilience after failures.
Topics covered:
• How to go from being a director to C-suite
• Importance of networking in leadership
• How to deal with failure and build resilience
• Resources for learning about leadership
• Reaching difficult decisions
• How to solve problems
Watch part 1: Become a leader by networking by Andreas Worberg
Part 2: How to identify and hire other leaders
JANE PAPADAKI VP OF MARKET DEVELOPMENT & COMMERCIAL OPERATIONS AT IMMUNEXPRESS INC.
In the second part of our Life Science Leaders series, Proclinical Staffing Associate Director, Precision Medicine, Naima Morys, speaks to Jane Papadaki, a highly experienced commercial leader and VP of Market Development & Commercial Operations at Immunexpress Inc. about building high-performance teams and how to spot potential future leaders.
Topics covered:
• Characteristics in entrepreneurship
• Creating high-performing teams
• Learning from success
• Resources for learning about leadership
• Qualities to look for in leaders
Watch part 2: How to identify and hire other leaders by Jane Papadaki
Part 3: Why listening is important in leadership
DR REINHARD KLEYNA – SITE LEADER & GLOBAL DIRECTOR AT LAETUS PART OF DANAHER CORPORATION
In the third episode of our Life Science Leaders series, Proclinical Staffing Associate Director, Precision Medicine, Naima Morys, sits down with Reinhard Klenya, Site Leader & Global Director at Laetus part of Danaher Corporation. They discuss the importance of clear communication and leading international teams.
Topics covered:
• What it takes to be an effective leader
• Importance of clear and open communication
• How to stay motivated
• Core skills in leadership
• Managing and developing international teams
• Building a strong network
• Looking for potential leadership qualities in others
Part 4: Making decisions as a leader
HELEN YUANYUAN CAO – CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER AND CHIEF INNOVATION OFFICER AT INDICAL BIOSCIENCE
In the fourth part of our Life Science Leadership series, Proclinical Staffing Associate Director, Precision Medicine, Naima Morys, chats to Helen Yuanyuan Cao, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Innovation Officer at Bioscience. They discuss how to make balanced decisions as a leader and the importance of communicating a clear vision.
Topics covered:
• The transition from management to c-suite
• Communicating as a leader
• Making decisions in leadership
• Why vision unites a team
• Being willing to learn
• Advice for future leaders
Enjoyed our Life Science Leaders' series? Head to our life science leadership hub to find even more insights and resources to improve your effectiveness and grow in your career.
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