Leslie Wilder
About Leslie Wilder
Leslie Wilder is the Vice President and Head of Regulatory Science at bluebird bio, focusing on developing treatments for severe genetic diseases.
Leslie Wilder: Vice President, Head of Regulatory Science
Leslie Wilder holds the position of Vice President, Head of Regulatory Science at bluebird bio. With a career starting in 2018 at bluebird bio as the lead of the Regulatory Science CMC team, she assumed leadership of the Regulatory Science organization in 2022. Her work focuses on developing treatment options for patients with severe genetic conditions, aiming to provide effective medical treatments for these challenging diseases.
Career at Bluebird Bio
Leslie Wilder joined bluebird bio in 2018, initially undertaking the role of lead for the Regulatory Science CMC team. In 2022, she was promoted to lead the Regulatory Science organization. Within the company, her focus is dedicated to facilitating the regulatory process to bring novel treatment options to patients suffering from severe genetic disorders. Her contributions are integral to the company's mission to deliver transformative gene therapies.
Previous Experience at Alexion, Synageva, and Genzyme
Before joining bluebird bio, Leslie Wilder held various regulatory positions at Alexion, Synageva, and Genzyme. At Genzyme, she was notably a founding member of the Molecule Steward Team, where she played a significant role in the post-approval lifecycle management of an enzyme replacement protein. Her extensive experience provided her with a robust foundation in regulatory science and technical oversight, crucial for her subsequent roles.
Educational Background in Biology and Chemistry
Leslie Wilder graduated from Union College with both Bachelor of Science (BS) and Master of Science (MS) degrees in Biology. Her academic background also includes extensive coursework in Chemistry, equipping her with a strong foundation in the scientific principles underlying her work in regulatory science. This education has been pivotal in her ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and drive successful outcomes in her professional endeavors.