Brenda Calderon, PhD Joins Life Science Partner as Executive Search Associate
Life Science Partner is proud to announce the addition of our newest team member, Brenda Calderon, PhD. Brenda will be responsible for managing our search operations and firm operations, including our research programs and technology platforms.
Prior to joining Life Science Partner, Brenda earned her PhD in Biochemistry from Emory University, where her research focused on the innate immune response to viral infections and how this delicate system is precisely regulated to prevent a myriad of diseases ranging from autoimmune disorders to cancers. While pursuing her PhD, Brenda was also Editor-in-Chief for her PhD program’s Newsletter, an entirely student-run publication that communicates program events, faculty bios, and research within the program and to prospective students.
“Brenda brings not only a strong scientific background and technological expertise to our team, but also excellent communication and team-building skills” notes Tom Callaway, MD, Founder and President. “We are pleased to have Brenda join Life Science Partner as we continue to expand our highly specialized, technology-driven executive recruiting service.”
Brenda applies her rigorous scientific training to our search process, building upon our clinical expertise and our carefully executed, partner-led process. Having carried out both academic and industry-sponsored research in the past, Brenda understands the technologies and market forces that are important to our clients. “Brenda’s passion for science and biotechnology complement the clinical foundation already present at Life Science Partner: our team is composed of scientists, medical doctors, and engineers thus giving our recruiting service a breadth of knowledge that is unparalleled in our industry” comments Tom Callaway, MD.
Brenda earned her PhD from Emory University and her undergraduate degree in Chemistry with High Honors from the University of Florida. Outside of work, Brenda enjoys traveling, backpacking with her dogs, running, and design.
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