Betsy Russell

Betsy Russell has a diverse work experience spanning several companies and roles within the biomedical research field. Betsy currently serves as the Head of Research Decision Support at the Bill & Melinda Gates Medical Research Institute, a position they have held since February 2022. Prior to this, they worked as a Research Project Manager at the same company from October 2018 to February 2022.

Before joining the Bill & Melinda Gates Medical Research Institute, Betsy worked at Alder Biopharmaceuticals Inc. from June 2015 to September 2018 as a Scientist II. Betsy'sresponsibilities included conducting research in the field.

From November 2008 to December 2014, Betsy worked at Amgen as a Preclinical Program Manager in the Toxicology Sciences Department, where they managed various programs.

Prior to their time at Amgen, Betsy had roles at SNBL USA, where they worked as a Study Director from October 2006 to November 2008, and as a Study Coordinator II from December 2005 to October 2006.

Betsy began their career at the University of Washington, where they worked as a Research Associate from September 2003 to September 2005 and as a Research Technician I from June 2001 to September 2003.

Overall, Betsy Russell brings significant expertise in research, project management, and toxicology sciences to their current role as Head of Research Decision Support at the Bill & Melinda Gates Medical Research Institute.

Betsy Russell's education history begins in 1997 when they enrolled at the University of Washington. Betsy spent four years there and graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology. After gaining foundational knowledge in this field, Betsy decided to further their education. From 2003 to 2005, they pursued a Master of Science (MS) degree in Environmental Toxicology, also at the University of Washington.