Patricia Kabitzke, Ph.D., MBA
About Patricia Kabitzke, Ph.D., MBA
Patricia Kabitzke, Ph.D., MBA, serves as the Senior Advisor and Chief of Staff at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, where she has worked since 2019. She has held various academic and managerial roles, including positions at Hunter College and Cohen Veterans Bioscience Inc.
Work at Broad Institute
Patricia Kabitzke serves as the Senior Advisor and Chief of Staff at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard since 2019. In this role, she oversees scientific operations and administrative teams at the Stanley Center, ensuring alignment with the scientific strategy. She supports the Director in leadership activities, focusing on scientific engagement and strategy implementation. Kabitzke also leads and participates in special projects and initiatives that are significant to the Stanley Center, while strengthening relationships with internal teams and external academic collaborators and industry partners.
Education and Expertise
Patricia Kabitzke holds a Ph.D. in Biopsychology and Behavioral Neuroscience from The Graduate Center, City University of New York. She also earned a Master of Arts in Psychology from Hunter College and a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from San Francisco State University. Currently, she is pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at the Manning School of Business, UMass Lowell, expected to be completed in 2023. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her roles in scientific program management and academic instruction.
Background in Academia
Patricia Kabitzke has a substantial background in academia, having worked as an Adjunct Assistant Professor and Adjunct Lecturer at Hunter College from 2007 to 2012. She also served as an Adjunct Professor at Columbia College from 2012 to 2016, focusing on the Online Campus. Her experience in teaching and mentoring students complements her extensive research background, which includes positions as a Graduate Research Assistant at Columbia University Medical Center and a Research Assistant at the American Museum of Natural History.
Previous Roles in Scientific Program Management
Before her current position, Patricia Kabitzke held various roles in scientific program management at Cohen Veterans Bioscience Inc. She worked as an Associate Director of Scientific Programs from 2018 to 2019 and as a Senior Scientific Program Manager from 2016 to 2018. In these positions, she contributed to the development and management of scientific initiatives aimed at advancing research in veterans' health. Her experience in these roles has equipped her with skills in program oversight and strategic planning.
Professional Experience Timeline
Patricia Kabitzke's professional experience spans several years and diverse roles. She began her career as a Production Coordinator/Assistant at Pedersen Media Group in 1996. Over the years, she has held positions such as Research Assistant at the American Museum of Natural History, Graduate Research Assistant at Columbia University Medical Center, and various teaching roles at Hunter College and Columbia College. Her career reflects a commitment to both education and scientific research, culminating in her current leadership role at the Broad Institute.