Lynnelle Pittet
About Lynnelle Pittet
Lynnelle Pittet serves as the Senior Director of Alliance Management at Wave Life Sciences, bringing over 11 years of experience in biotechnology and academia. She holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and Immunology and an MBA focused on project management, with a strong background in leading clinical programs in oncology and immunology.
Current Role at Wave Life Sciences
Lynnelle Pittet serves as the Senior Director of Alliance Management at Wave Life Sciences, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she utilizes her extensive experience in alliance management to oversee partnerships throughout their life cycles, from initiation to conclusion. Her focus includes ensuring effective collaboration and communication between stakeholders to achieve project goals.
Previous Experience in Biotechnology
Lynnelle Pittet has accumulated significant experience in the biotechnology sector. She worked at Cerulean Pharma Inc. in various roles, including Associate Director of Program Management and Senior Manager of Program Management. Additionally, she held positions at Selecta Biosciences as a Senior Scientist and Scientist, where she contributed to oncology, immunology, and vaccine programs across multiple clinical study phases.
Academic Background and Research
Lynnelle Pittet's academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and Immunology from Montana State University, where she studied from 2001 to 2006. She also earned an MBA from Simmons College, focusing on project management and organizational behavior. Her research experience includes a postdoctoral fellowship at Boston University School of Medicine and an internship at the Center for Biofilm Engineering at Montana State University.
Teaching and Mentoring Experience
Lynnelle Pittet has a strong passion for mentoring and teaching. She served as an Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology Lab Instructor at Simmons College from 2008 to 2011. Her commitment to education is evident in her approach to scientific and business training, where she emphasizes the importance of knowledge transfer and skill development.
Skills and Expertise
Lynnelle Pittet possesses strong skills in alliance management, particularly throughout the life cycle of partnerships. She has expertise in leading programs in oncology, immunology, and vaccine development. Her academic credentials, combined with her practical experience in both biotechnology and academia, equip her with a comprehensive understanding of project management and organizational behavior.