Careers in Discovery

Jose Munoz-Olaya, Valink Therapeutics

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"Science and technology have always fascinated me, and I've always been one to challenge the status quo."

This week on Careers in Discovery, we welcome Jose Munoz-Olaya, Chief Scientific Officer of Valink Therapeutics.

Jose shares his journey from an eager intern to a leader in biotechnology, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and the power of teamwork. He discusses his role at Valink, where he's spearheading the development of next-generation Antibody-Drug Conjugates (ADCs) for oncology using their innovative high-throughput screening platform.

Join us as Jose discusses:

  • His early inspiration from a high school science teacher and his diverse family background
  • The critical milestones of his career, including his influential roles at Cambridge Antibody Technology, F-star, and Adaptate
  • Lessons learned about the importance of building strong teams and fostering a culture of continuous learning
  • His advice for aspiring scientists: trust your mentors, be patient, and remain open to learning

    • Tune in for all this, and much more....

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