Christos Efthymiou
Scientific Strategy | Program Management & Communications in Biotech Innovation | Scientific Writing
- Role
- Scientific Strategy & Program Manager at Stealth
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Christos Efthymiou
I’m a scientist who thrives on turning complex biology into clear strategies, decisions, and stories that move science forward. With a PhD in Structural & Molecular Biology from UCL, I’ve worked across academia, biotech startups, and medical device strategy. I\'ve gone from building a global variant database for rare disease, to securing $150k in funding for a game-inspired drug discovery platform, to presenting insights that shaped product development in neuromodulation. What ties my experiences together is translation. I specialize in bridging research, business, and communication-Designing projects that align science with strategy-Leading cross-functional collaborations across labs, clinicians, and business teams-Turning data into narratives that win grants, funding, and stakeholder support. Selected as one of the “Leaders of Tomorrow” at GapSummit 2025, I’m passionate about building the future of biotech by guiding research programs, supporting innovation teams, or communicating science in ways that inspire action. If you’re working on projects at the intersection of biology, technology, and strategy, I’d love to connect.
Experience
Scientific Strategy & Program Manager
Nov 2023 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US
Launched and directed a biotech venture developing a game-inspired, AI-driven drug discovery platform, managing scientific direction, partnerships, and funding strategy.• Designed and coordinated the overall scientific roadmap, aligning computational workflows, experimental validation, and business milestones.• Secured $150k in competitive funding by articulating a clear scientific and commercial vision; selected as one of 17 global teams for the Nucleate Biotech Activator.• Collaborated with mentors, investors, and scientific advisors to refine strategy, communicate progress, and adapt milestones to real-world feedback.• Led a small interdisciplinary team, bridging computational modeling, game mechanics, and biotech strategy to accelerate drug candidate evaluation.• Transformed complex scientific outcomes into investor decks, executive summaries, and program updates tailored for diverse stakeholders.• Delivered a 54% reduction in computational expenses by optimizing project workflows and aligning team efforts with strategic objectives.
Education
UCL
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
2021 — 2024
University of California, Los Angeles
Bachelor’s of Science
2016 — 2020
The Johns Hopkins University
Master's degree
2020 — 2021
University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business
BASE Program
2019 — 2019
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