Michael Gilbert

About Michael Gilbert

I am a life sciences consultant working in commercial strategy across biotech and pharmaceutical industries. My work focuses on helping teams evaluate market opportunities, shape value and access strategy, and support product positioning and launch planning through rigorous, analytically grounded insight.My background is rooted in advanced scientific training and research. I completed a PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics at the University of Pennsylvania, where my work focused on the molecular regulation of behavior. My research resulted in a first-author publication in Cell, multiple peer-reviewed publications, invited talks at national and international conferences, and over $300K in competitive research funding.I also served as a Fulbright Scholar at the University of Hong Kong, conducting research on the epigenetics of aging. Beyond research, I remained actively involved in Fulbright mentorship and community leadership, later serving as a Fulbright mentor supporting incoming scholars with research strategy, funding navigation, and professional integration.In my consulting work, I support cross-functional teams as they navigate complex, data-intensive decisions, often at the intersection of science, strategy, and execution. I am particularly interested in translating technical complexity into clear strategic direction and aligning stakeholders around structured, evidence-based recommendations.My experience spans multiple therapeutic areas and project types, including market research, strategy development, and synthesis of qualitative and quantitative insights to inform commercial decision-making. I bring a collaborative mindset and a strong emphasis on clarity, rigor, and practical impact.Interested in learning, problem-solving, and engaging on challenging strategic questions. Connect with me via LinkedIn messaging.

Experience

1. Life Sciences Consultant

   Putnam

   Sep 2024 — Present · Boston, MA, US

   Work in commercial strategy for biotech and pharmaceutical clients across a range of strategic questions, including market opportunity assessment, pricing and access strategy, launch planning, and portfolio prioritization.Lead and support primary market research engagements with payers, providers, health systems, and pharmacy stakeholders, translating qualitative insights into clear strategic implications• Develop structured analyses and client-ready deliverables to inform value propositions, positioning, and go-to-market strategy across multiple therapeutic areas• Synthesize complex scientific, clinical, and market inputs into concise recommendations for senior client stakeholders• Collaborate closely with cross-functional client teams and internal partners to align on objectives, hypotheses, and decision frameworks• Manage workstreams end-to-end, including vendor coordination, interview execution, insight synthesis, and executive-level communication• Mentor and support junior associates through problem structuring, analysis, and development of client-ready deliverables, providing feedback to ensure rigor, clarity, and professional growth

Education

• University of Pennsylvania

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD

  2018 — 2024

• University of Rochester

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

  2013 — 2017

Skills

• Leadership
• Public Speaking
• Research
• Data Analysis
• Spanish
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Molecular Biology
• Teamwork
• Microsoft Word
• Social Media
• English
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Biochemistry