Jan Bekker

Jan Bekker is an experienced professional in the biotechnology and pharmaceuticals fields, currently serving as Vice President of Business Development and Commercial Operations at BioCina since October 2021, where responsibilities include overseeing technical aspects of new development and manufacturing programs. Previous roles at BioCina involved Director-level positions focusing on strategy and business development within a CDMO specializing in recombinant biotherapeutics. Prior to BioCina, Jan Bekker held leadership positions at Pfizer and Hospira, emphasizing strategic development and analytical project management. Academic qualifications include a PhD in Synthetic Biology and an MBA from UNSW Business School, alongside various degrees in biochemistry and related sciences from several esteemed institutions. Additionally, Jan Bekker has contributed to the scientific community as a member of the Board of Advisors at the University of Adelaide.