Murray Mc Cutcheon
About Murray Mc Cutcheon
Murray McCutcheon is a Senior Vice President at AbCellera, specializing in partnering. He has extensive experience in technology commercialization, with a background in physics and international relations, and has worked at prestigious institutions including Harvard University and Lux Research.
Current Role at AbCellera
Murray McCutcheon serves as the Senior Vice President of Partnering at AbCellera, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing strategic partnerships and collaborations that align with the company's objectives in biopharmaceutical development. His extensive background in corporate development and business strategy positions him to effectively drive initiatives that enhance AbCellera's market presence.
Previous Experience at AbCellera
Prior to his current role, Murray McCutcheon held several positions at AbCellera, including Vice President of Corporate Development from 2021 to 2022, and Head of Corporate Development from 2019 to 2021. His responsibilities included managing corporate strategies and business development efforts, contributing to the company's growth in the biotechnology sector. He also served as the Business Development & Licensing Lead from 2016 to 2019, where he focused on licensing agreements and strategic partnerships.
Education and Expertise
Murray McCutcheon holds multiple degrees in Physics from The University of British Columbia, including a PhD, MSc, and BSc (Hons). He also earned a BA in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics from the University of Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar. His academic background provides a strong foundation in scientific research and technology commercialization, complemented by over 12 years of experience in early-stage venture development and technology strategy.
Professional Background
Before joining AbCellera, Murray McCutcheon worked at Harvard University as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow from 2008 to 2011 and later as a Business Development Manager at the Harvard Office of Technology Development from 2015 to 2016. His role involved negotiating licenses for intellectual property and facilitating sponsored research deals. He also worked as a Senior Consultant at Lux Research, where he advised multinational clients on technology and market strategies.
Research Contributions
Murray McCutcheon has co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed publications in the field of nano-engineering, focusing on materials that control optical properties. His research contributions reflect his expertise in technology and market diligence, which he applied to accelerate product prototypes and mitigate investment risks for commercial partners during his tenure at Harvard.