Jim Walther
About Jim Walther
Jim Walther serves as the Vice President of Commercial Business Development at Epic Sciences in San Diego, California. He has extensive experience in business development within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, having held leadership roles at various companies and successfully negotiated numerous high-value deals.
Current Role at Epic Sciences
Jim Walther serves as the Vice President of Commercial Business Development at Epic Sciences, a position he has held since 2020. Based in San Diego, California, he focuses on driving commercial strategies and expanding business opportunities within the molecular diagnostics sector. His role involves overseeing partnerships and collaborations that enhance the company's market presence and product offerings.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Before joining Epic Sciences, Jim Walther held several key positions in business development. He was Vice President of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships at ApoCell, Inc. from 2011 to 2012. He then worked at HTG Molecular Diagnostics as Vice President of Pharmaceutical Business Development - Companion Diagnostics from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, he served as Global Head of Genomics Business Development at Q² Solutions from 2016 to 2020, where he contributed to significant advancements in the field.
Educational Background
Jim Walther studied Political Science at Colorado State University, earning his degree from 1984 to 1989. He later pursued a Master of Business Administration at the University of Colorado Boulder, completing his studies from 1998 to 2000. This educational foundation supports his expertise in both business and scientific domains.
Achievements in Pharmaceutical Partnerships
Throughout his career, Jim Walther has successfully negotiated and signed deals with over 75 major pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies across the U.S., Europe, Japan, and China. His business deals have generated hundreds of millions of dollars in corporate revenue, reflecting his effectiveness in building strategic partnerships and driving business growth.
Technical Expertise in Molecular Diagnostics
Jim Walther possesses significant technical expertise in molecular diagnostics. His knowledge encompasses gene expression profiling, genotyping, circulating rare cells isolation, imaging, and DNA sequencing technologies. He has supervised biomarker and diagnostic development programs, leading to key corporate partnerships and technology licensing.