Jessica Sachs
About Jessica Sachs
Jessica Sachs, MD - Chief Medical Officer
Jessica Sachs, MD, serves as the Chief Medical Officer. With 20 years of experience in the medical field, she has been a pivotal part of the industry for over 12 years. She brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her current role, drawing on her extensive background in clinical sciences and medical oversight.
Jessica Sachs' Role at Cogent
Before her current position, Jessica Sachs was the Vice President of Clinical Sciences at Cogent. In this capacity, she was responsible for overseeing the clinical development strategy and medical and translational oversight of the Cogent portfolio. This role highlighted her ability to lead and innovate in clinical development.
Jessica Sachs' Experience at Takeda/Millennium
At Takeda/Millennium, Jessica Sachs led multiple clinical programs in the fields of oncology and transplantation. Her work at the company involved significant contributions to their clinical initiatives, demonstrating her commitment and expertise in these critical areas of medical research and treatment.
Post-Marketing Safety at Genzyme Corporation
Jessica Sachs has also been responsible for post-marketing safety surveillance and risk management activities for a range of oncology products at Genzyme Corporation. Her efforts in this role were crucial to ensuring the safe and effective use of these therapies, underscoring her dedication to patient safety and product efficacy.
Faculty Position at Harvard Medical School
Since 2007, Jessica Sachs has served as a faculty member at Harvard Medical School. Her academic role demonstrates her commitment to education and mentorship in the medical field. Additionally, she serves as an Assistant in Pediatrics in the Division of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at Massachusetts General Hospital, further contributing to her focus on pediatric care.
Educational Background and Training
Jessica Sachs received her MD from Washington University in St. Louis. She also holds a BS from Duke University. Her advanced training includes a fellowship in pediatric hematology and oncology at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Children's Hospital Boston. These credentials highlight her extensive educational background and specialized training.