Andrew J. Thompson

Andrew J. Thompson has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries. Andrew is currently working as the Strategic Development Lead at Jiva.ai Ltd, where they guide and implements venture development, R&D programs, and fundraising strategies for an AI/ML startup. Prior to this, they worked as the Director & Consultant at InViva Consulting, providing biotechnology and strategic development consultation to healthcare and life science ventures. Andrew also served as the Program Director at Kinomica Limited, where they provided strategic management and venture development advice and managed flagship R&D programs. In addition, Andrew has worked as a Director at Vita Cloud Technology, where they advised on company formation, strategic plans, and R&D for bioinformatics product development. Before that, they worked as an Advisor & Consultant in the fields of science, technology, and business management for various employers, including lead investigators, research teams, biotech firms, and funding agencies. Andrew also held roles at The Institute of Cancer Research, King's College London, Proteome Sciences plc, and Ludwig Cancer Research, where they gained expertise in proteomics and metabolomics. Andrew's experience encompasses leadership, advisory, consultation, and project management roles.

Andrew J. Thompson obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry & Biochemistry from the University of Melbourne from the years 1992 to 1996. Andrew then pursued further education and obtained a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemistry from an undisclosed institution from 1997 to 2001. In addition to their formal education, they also hold a certification in EMBO Scientific Leadership and Management, though the specific details of when and where they obtained this certification are not provided.