David Ketteridge Tan
About David Ketteridge Tan
David Ketteridge Tan is a Director at Temasek in London, specializing in biopharma and life sciences investments within the EMEA region.
Current Role at Temasek
David Ketteridge Tan is currently serving as a Director at Temasek in London, United Kingdom. In this role, he oversees both private and public portfolio companies particularly in the biopharma, life sciences tools & diagnostics, and pharma services sectors. His position as Director involves strategic management and investment decisions, focusing on later-stage venture and growth equity investments within the EMEA region.
Previous Experience at Temasek
Before becoming a Director, David Ketteridge Tan held various roles at Temasek in London. He served as Vice President (VP) from 2019 to 2023 for 4 years. Prior to that, he was Assistant Vice President (AVP) from 2016 to 2019 for 3 years. These roles provided him with significant experience in investment management and strategic business development in the biopharmaceutical and life sciences sectors.
Academic Background and Research Experience
David Ketteridge Tan holds a PhD in Molecular and Cell Biology from the University of Cambridge, where he studied from 2007 to 2011. His research background includes a position as a Visiting Scientist at the University of Cambridge from 2011 to 2012 and working as a Post-doctoral Research Fellow at the Institute of Medical Biology in Singapore from 2012 to 2014. He also has a BSc in Biochemistry from Imperial College London, which he achieved from 2002 to 2005.
Early Career at A*STAR
David Ketteridge Tan's early career included pivotal roles at A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research in Singapore. He served as a Senior Officer at the Biomedical Research Council from 2005 to 2006 for 11 months, and as a Research Officer at the Centre for Molecular Medicine from 2006 to 2007 for 7 months. These roles provided foundational experience in the field of biomedical research.
Professional Qualifications
In addition to his extensive academic background and professional experience, David Ketteridge Tan holds a CFA charter. This qualification underscores his strong foundation in investment management and financial analysis, which are critical skills in his role managing later-stage venture and growth equity investments in the biopharma and life sciences sectors.