Oscar Velastegui
About Oscar Velastegui
Oscar Velastegui serves as the Executive Director of Program Management at Biotheryx, Inc. in San Diego, California, where he has worked since 2023, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at various pharmaceutical companies.
Work at Biotheryx
Oscar Velastegui serves as the Executive Director of Program Management at Biotheryx, Inc. He has held this position since 2023. Based in San Diego, California, he is responsible for overseeing program management initiatives within the company. His role involves coordinating various projects and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Previous Experience in Program Management
Prior to his current role, Velastegui worked at Arena Pharmaceuticals, Inc. as Sr. Director of Program Management from 2018 to 2022. He also held the position of Sr. Director of Program Management at Receptos, Inc. from 2015 to 2018. His extensive background includes significant roles at Pfizer, where he was Director of Project Management for both Ophthalmology and Oncology from 2008 to 2014.
Educational Background
Oscar Velastegui earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from UC San Diego, where he studied from 1989 to 1993. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Pepperdine University's George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management, completing the program from 1998 to 2000.
Career in Pharmaceuticals
Velastegui's career in the pharmaceutical industry spans several key roles. He began as a Project Manager at Amgen from 1995 to 2002 and later worked at Idec Pharmaceuticals as a Sr. Project Manager. His experience includes positions at Biogen Idec, Paramount BioSciences, and Lumena/Shire Pharmaceuticals, where he contributed to project management efforts.