Sharon Wilhelm
About Sharon Wilhelm
Sharon Wilhelm is a Lab and Facility Planner in the Life Sciences sector, currently working at Savills North America since 2022. She has extensive experience in laboratory management and project planning, with a focus on efficient operations and the development of novel therapeutics.
Work at Savills North America
Sharon Wilhelm serves as a Lab and Facility Planner at Savills North America, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on optimizing laboratory operations within the Life Sciences sector. Her responsibilities include project management and ensuring that laboratory environments meet the necessary standards for efficient operations. Wilhelm's expertise in laboratory design and facility planning contributes to the development of innovative solutions for clients in the life sciences field.
Previous Experience in Life Sciences
Prior to her current role, Sharon Wilhelm worked at several prominent organizations in the life sciences industry. She was a Senior Research Associate in Chemistry at ImmunoGen, Inc. from 2007 to 2009 and later served as a Principal Research Associate at the same company from 2009 to 2016. Wilhelm also held the position of Molecular Discovery Scientist at Merck from 2017 to 2021. Her experience encompasses various aspects of laboratory management and research, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of the field.
Education and Expertise
Sharon Wilhelm holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry from Hobart and William Smith Colleges, which she completed from 1996 to 2000. She further enhanced her qualifications by obtaining a Certificate in HVAC Systems and Laboratory Design from the Eagleson Institute in 2022. Additionally, she earned a Certification in Biotechnology Project Management from the University of Washington in 2021. Currently, she is studying Executive and Professional Education at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, focusing on Guidelines for Laboratory Design.
Laboratory Management Skills
Wilhelm has a strong background in project and laboratory management, with a focus on efficient laboratory operations. She specializes in establishing cGMP chemical processes and has extensive experience in pre-IND optimization of chemical processes. Her work often involves cross-functional team collaboration and technology transfer, which are essential for the successful scale-up of drug development. Additionally, she has a history of procuring and installing laboratory equipment while ensuring compliance with environmental health and safety standards.