Lai Wang
About Lai Wang
Lai Wang is the Global Head of Research and Development at BeiGene, with over 20 years of experience in biochemistry and pharmaceutical research.
Current Role at BeiGene
Lai Wang currently serves as the Global Head of Research and Development at BeiGene. His role involves overseeing the company's global research initiatives, driving innovation, and managing extensive R&D operations. Wang brings a wealth of experience to the position, contributing significantly to the company's growth and success in the pharmaceutical industry.
Previous Positions at BeiGene
Before becoming the Global Head of Research and Development, Lai Wang held various senior leadership roles at BeiGene. From 2019 to 2021, he was the SVP of Global Research, Clinical Operations, Biometrics, and APAC Clinical Development. From 2016 to 2019, he served as SVP and Head of China Development. Wang’s work was pivotal in expanding clinical development operations in the Asia-Pacific region.
Experience at Joyant Pharmaceuticals
Lai Wang worked at Joyant Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a biotech company based in Dallas, Texas, from 2008 to 2011. He first took on the role of Director of Biology for six months, before becoming Director of Research, a position he held for two years. His responsibilities included overseeing research activities and guiding the scientific direction of the company.
Academic Background in Biochemistry
Lai Wang has a solid academic foundation in biochemistry. He earned a B.S. from Fudan University in 1996 and a Ph.D. from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 2001. During his Ph.D. studies, Wang focused on biochemistry, a field in which he continues to excel. He also completed post-doctoral training with Dr. Xiaodong Wang at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute.
Research Scientist at HHMI/UT Southwestern
From 2001 to 2008, Lai Wang worked as a Research Scientist at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) and the University of Texas Southwestern. During his seven years in this role, Wang contributed to various research projects, utilizing his expertise in biochemistry to advance scientific understanding and innovation.