Jenny Knauss
About Jenny Knauss
Jenny Knauss serves as the Medical Director of Medical Strategy and Scientific Affairs at BGB Group, where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in medical writing, strategy, and education, with previous roles at Weill Cornell Medical College and McKinsey & Company.
Current Role at BGB Group
Jenny Knauss serves as the Medical Director for Medical Strategy and Scientific Affairs at BGB Group. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the development and implementation of medical strategies within the organization. Her role involves overseeing scientific affairs and ensuring that medical communications align with the company’s objectives.
Previous Experience at BGB Group
Prior to her current role, Knauss worked at BGB Group as the Associate Medical Director for Medical Strategy and Scientific Affairs from 2019 to 2021. She also served as a Senior Medical Writer at the same organization from 2018 to 2019. In these positions, she developed medical content and strategies that supported various projects.
Experience at Weill Cornell Medical College
Knauss has a significant history with Weill Cornell Medical College, where she held multiple roles. She was a Doctoral Candidate from 2011 to 2016 in the Laboratory of Dr. Tao Sun. Additionally, she served as a Graduate Student Lab Mentor for three months in 2014, a Teaching Assistant for five months in 2014, and a member of the Graduate School Curriculum Committee from 2014 to 2015. She also participated as a BCMB Program Curriculum Committee Student Representative from 2013 to 2015 and co-chaired the BCMB Program Retreat Committee for three months in 2013.
Professional Background at McKinsey & Company
Knauss worked at McKinsey & Company as an Associate from 2016 to 2018. In this role, she contributed to consulting projects, leveraging her expertise in medical strategy and scientific affairs to provide insights and recommendations.
Educational Background
Knauss earned her Bachelor's Degree in Biology from American University, where she studied from 2007 to 2011. She furthered her education at Joan & Sanford I. Weill Medical College of Cornell University, completing her studies from 2011 to 2016. Her academic background laid the foundation for her career in medical strategy and scientific affairs.