Joseph Kietzmann

• How can life sciences organizations successfully scale research functions from a founding team to a fully mature, 90-person research engine, without losing culture, speed, or scientific rigor?
• Explore how Cogent Biosciences built out chemistry, biology, pharmacology, and TMPK functions from the ground up, including creating interview rigor, preparing new scientific leaders to assess talent, and designing a cross functional roadmap for cohesive growth
• Learn how Cogent enabled a 9x scaleup in its research facility while maintaining an engaged, collaborative culture and ensuring every new hire experienced a candidate centric, science driven evaluation process that strengthened both team fit and long-term retention

Interactive Q&A Session

This Q&A session explores how life sciences organizations can scale research functions from a small founding team to a fully mature, high-performing research engine without losing culture, speed, or scientific rigor. Gain insights into creating interview processes that prioritize scientific excellence, preparing leaders to assess talent effectively, and designing a roadmap for cohesive, cross-functional growth.

• Strategies for scaling research teams while preserving culture and collaboration
• Building rigorous, candidate-centric evaluation processes to strengthen team fit
• Preparing scientific leaders for talent assessment and leadership responsibilities
• Maintaining engagement and scientific integrity during rapid expansion