Yong Dong

Yong Dong is a seasoned professional in the field of process chemistry, currently serving as Senior Director at Centessa Pharmaceuticals since September 2021. With extensive experience, Yong previously held the position of Principal Investigator in Chemical Development at Concert Pharmaceuticals, Inc. from January 2008 to September 2021, and worked as Scientist II in Chemical Development at Vertex Pharmaceuticals from January 2002 to January 2008. Prior roles include Senior Research Associate at Boehringer Ingelheim from May 1995 to January 2002 and Associate Scientist at Roche from April 1992 to May 1995. Yong holds an MBA in Finance and International Business from NYU Stern School of Business, a BS in Chemistry from the University of Science and Technology of China, and an MS in Organic Chemistry from the University of South Carolina.