Allison Macrae
About Allison Macrae
Allison Macrae is the Director of New Product Planning at Wave Life Sciences, a position she has held since 2016. She has extensive experience in the biotechnology sector, having previously worked in various roles at Biogen and other companies.
Current Role at Wave Life Sciences
Allison Macrae serves as the Director of New Product Planning at Wave Life Sciences, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the strategic planning and development of new products. Her work focuses on aligning product development with market needs and ensuring that the company’s innovations meet regulatory standards. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, she has contributed to the company’s mission of advancing genetic medicines.
Previous Experience at Biogen
Allison Macrae has extensive experience at Biogen, where she held multiple roles over several years. She began as a Senior Analyst and progressed to Manager and Senior Manager in New Product Commercialization from 2005 to 2007. She later served as Associate Director for Avonex Consumer Marketing from 2011 to 2012 and for Tysabri Marketing from 2009 to 2012. Additionally, she worked as Associate Director of Global Cardiopulmonary Marketing from 2007 to 2009. Her time at Biogen provided her with a strong foundation in product marketing and commercialization.
Consulting Experience
From 2013 to 2014, Allison Macrae worked as an Independent Consultant at The Nemetzgroup LLC. During this 10-month period, she provided expert advice and strategic insights to clients in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors. This role allowed her to leverage her extensive industry knowledge and experience to assist organizations in navigating complex market challenges.
Background in Health Advances
Allison Macrae served as a Senior Analyst at Health Advances from 2002 to 2004. In this role, she conducted market research and analysis to support strategic decision-making for healthcare clients. Her work involved evaluating market trends and competitive landscapes, which contributed to her expertise in the healthcare sector.
Educational Background
Allison Macrae studied at Colby College, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry from 1998 to 2002. This educational background provided her with a strong scientific foundation that supports her work in the biotechnology industry.