Mike Prime
About Mike Prime
Mike Prime serves as the Director of Drug Design at Exscientia in Oxford, England, a position he has held since 2021. He has an extensive background in chemistry, holding a BSc and a PhD, and previously worked at Evotec for 16 years in various roles.
Work at Exscientia
Mike Prime has been serving as the Director of Drug Design at Exscientia since 2021. In this role, he is based in Oxford, England, United Kingdom. His responsibilities include overseeing drug design projects and leading initiatives aimed at advancing drug discovery through innovative methodologies.
Education and Expertise
Mike Prime holds a BSc in Chemistry with Bio-organic Chemistry, achieving a 1st Class degree from The University of Birmingham from 1993 to 1996. He furthered his education at the same institution, obtaining a PhD in Organic Chemistry under the supervision of Prof. Jonathan Percy from 1996 to 1999. Additionally, he studied at the University of York in the Laboratory of Prof. Richard J.K. Taylor from 1999 to 2001.
Background
Prior to his current position at Exscientia, Mike Prime worked at Evotec for 16 years, from 2005 to 2021. During his tenure at Evotec, he held the position of Project Leader and previously served as a Senior Scientist from 2001 to 2002. His extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry has contributed to his expertise in drug design and development.
Professional Experience at Evotec
At Evotec, Mike Prime played a significant role in various drug development projects over his 16-year career. As a Project Leader, he was responsible for managing teams and overseeing project timelines, ensuring that drug discovery efforts were aligned with organizational goals. His earlier role as a Senior Scientist involved conducting research and contributing to scientific advancements within the company.