Melanie Albano
About Melanie Albano
Melanie Albano serves as the Regional Medical Affairs Director at Mirati Therapeutics and is pursuing a Doctor of Nursing Practice at Quinnipiac University. With a background in nursing and experience in medical affairs, she has a strong interest in leveraging technology to enhance patient care.
Work at Mirati Therapeutics
Melanie Albano has been serving as the Regional Medical Affairs Director at Mirati Therapeutics since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing medical affairs initiatives within the region, focusing on the integration of scientific data into clinical practice. Her position involves collaboration with healthcare professionals to enhance the understanding of Mirati's therapeutic offerings.
Education and Expertise
Melanie Albano holds a Master of Science in Adult Health Nurse/Nursing from Columbia University School of Nursing, which she completed from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Columbia University from 2005 to 2007. Earlier, she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Biology/Biological Sciences from Springfield College, studying from 2001 to 2005. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Nursing Practice at Quinnipiac University.
Background in Nursing
Melanie Albano has extensive experience in the nursing field. She worked as a Clinical Nurse at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center from 2007 to 2011. Following this role, she served as a Nurse Practitioner at the same institution for eight years, from 2011 to 2019. Her background includes direct patient care and clinical responsibilities, contributing to her expertise in medical affairs.
Previous Roles at Sema4
Before her current role at Mirati Therapeutics, Melanie Albano worked as a Medical Scientific Liaison at Sema4 from 2019 to 2022. In this position, she facilitated communication between the company and healthcare providers, focusing on the scientific aspects of Sema4's products and services. This role allowed her to leverage her clinical knowledge in a scientific context.
Interest in Technology and Patient Care
Melanie Albano has a strong interest in utilizing technology to enhance patient access to quality and up-to-date care. This focus aligns with her roles in medical affairs and her nursing background, emphasizing the importance of integrating innovative solutions into healthcare practices to improve patient outcomes.