Julie Pilate
About Julie Pilate
Julie Pilate is a Funding Manager at IBA in Louvain-La-Neuve, where she has worked since 2019. She holds a Master's degree and a PhD in Chemistry from Université de Mons and has extensive experience in research and development roles across various organizations.
Work at IBA
Julie Pilate has been employed at IBA since 2019, serving as the Funding Manager. In this role, she is responsible for managing funding initiatives and strategies within the organization. Her tenure at IBA has spanned five years, during which she has contributed to the company's funding processes and project management in Louvain-La-Neuve.
Education and Expertise
Julie Pilate studied at Université de Mons, where she earned a Master’s degree in Chemistry from 2004 to 2009. She further pursued her academic career at the same institution, obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemistry from 2009 to 2013. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in scientific research and innovation.
Professional Background
Prior to her current role at IBA, Julie Pilate held several positions in various organizations. She worked as a Research Assistant at UMONS from 2009 to 2014, focusing on materials and polymers. She then served as a Scientist at Deloitte Belgium from 2015 to 2017, followed by a managerial role in Global Investment and Innovation Incentives until 2019. Additionally, she was a Visiting Scientist at the University of Cambridge for six months in 2012 and worked as an R&D engineer at UNILIN from 2014 to 2015.
Achievements in Research and Development
Throughout her career, Julie Pilate has been involved in various research and development projects. At UMONS, she contributed to the Center of Innovation and Research in Materials & Polymers (CIRMAP). Her experiences at Deloitte Belgium and UNILIN further enhanced her expertise in innovation incentives and R&D engineering, reflecting her commitment to advancing scientific research and funding strategies.