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Julianne Smith
Chief Development Officer at Genespire
Julianne Smith is an experienced biotech professional who currently serves as the Chief Development Officer at Genespire, a position she has held since May 2021.13 With over 30 years of experience in scientific research, including 18 years in the biotechnology industry, Smith brings a wealth of knowledge to her role.2
Career History
Before joining Genespire, Smith held several key positions at Cellectis:
- VP Translational Sciences (2016-2021)
- VP CART Development (2012-2016)
- Group Leader (2009-2012)
- R+D Team Manager (2007-2009)
- Project Leader (2002-2007)1
Prior to her time at Cellectis, Smith worked as a postdoctoral fellow at Institut Curie from 1996 to 2002.1
Education
Smith's educational background includes:
- PhD in Genetics and Development from Columbia University (1989-1996)
- Bachelor's degree in Biology from The Johns Hopkins University (1985-1989)1
Role at Genespire
As Chief Development Officer at Genespire, Smith is responsible for leading and delivering product development and pipeline strategy, as well as overseeing the company's development activities.3 Her extensive experience in biotechnology and gene therapy makes her well-suited for this role in a company focused on developing gene therapies for rare diseases.
Skills and Expertise
Smith is bilingual, with native or bilingual proficiency in English and full professional proficiency in French.1 Her long career in biotechnology, particularly in areas such as gene therapy and CART development, has equipped her with valuable expertise in translational sciences and R&D project management.12
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