Ben Skeel
About Ben Skeel
Ben Skeel is the Associate Director of Medical Affairs at BeiGene, with extensive experience in medical communications, particularly in immunology, allergy, and oncology.
Current Role at BeiGene
Ben Skeel is currently serving as the Associate Director of Medical Affairs at BeiGene, a global biotechnology company. He joined the organization in May 2021, bringing with him over five years of extensive experience in medical and scientific communications. In his role, Ben is involved in leading medical affairs strategies and ensuring the effective dissemination of scientific information, particularly in the fields of immunology, allergy, and oncology.
Previous Roles in Medical Communications
Before joining BeiGene, Ben Skeel held several key positions in medical and scientific communications. He served as the Associate Director of Publications & Scientific Communications for five months in 2020 and as Senior Medical Manager for 10 months in 2020 in London, UK. Additionally, he worked as the EU Scientific Communications Manager from 2018 to 2020 and as an Account Manager in 2018. His early career included roles at Choice Healthcare Solutions as an Account Executive and as a Senior Account Executive from 2017 to 2018.
Educational Background in Marine Biology
Ben Skeel holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc Hons) in Marine Biology and a Master of Science (MSc) in Marine Biology: Sustainable Aquaculture Systems, both from the University of Plymouth. He completed his undergraduate studies from 2010 to 2013 and his master's degree from 2013 to 2014. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his analytical and research skills, which he has successfully applied to his career in medical communications.
Experience in Immunology, Allergy, and Oncology
Ben Skeel has significant experience in the medical communications industry, specifically focusing on immunology, allergy, and oncology. His roles have involved leading scientific communications and developing publication strategies to effectively convey complex medical information. This specialized knowledge has been instrumental in his career progression and his current role at BeiGene.
Career Progression in Medical Communications
Ben Skeel's career began at Choice Healthcare Solutions in 2016 as an Account Executive. He quickly progressed through various roles, including Senior Account Executive, Account Manager, and EU Scientific Communications Manager. His rapid advancement is a testament to his expertise and capability in medical communications. By the time he joined BeiGene in 2021, Ben had accrued extensive experience, making him well-suited for his current role as Associate Director of Medical Affairs.