John Schmitz

John Schmitz is a highly experienced professional in the life sciences and pharmaceuticals industries, currently serving as Senior Project Director at Orchestra Life Sciences since April 2024. With a comprehensive background that includes roles as Senior Manager of Strategic Initiatives and Senior Manager of Production - Perfusion Processes at Thermo Fisher Scientific from April 2019 to April 2024, and Principal Process Engineer at Curium Pharma in late 2018, Schmitz has demonstrated expertise in managing complex projects and processes. Previous positions at Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals and Covidien, including RHP Technical Manager and Production Superintendent, highlight significant leadership experience in the aseptic manufacture of radiopharmaceuticals. Schmitz holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from the University of Missouri-Saint Louis, pursued between 2004 and 2006.