Zofia Komsta

Vice President, Research and Development @Cristae Therapeutics

Reading, GB
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WORK HISTORY

Sep 2025 — Present

Vice President, Research and Development @Cristae Therapeutics

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Cristae Therapeutics is a biotech company developing small-molecule therapies designed to restore mitochondrial function across multiple severe disorders. These range from neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease and ALS to rare conditions affecting the brain, heart and peripheral tissues.Built on more than a decade of scientific research, Cristae\'s core strength lies in its proprietary library of more than 700 compounds designed to improve mitochondrial function.

EDUCATION

2006 — 2010

University of Leeds

PhD, Organic Chemistry

2001 — 2006

Warsaw University of Technology

MSc, Chemistry, Chemical Technology

2005 — 2006

The Institute of Organic Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences

MSc, Organic Chemistry

N/A

Harvard Business School

Advent Leadership Academy - Executive Education

N/A

Henley Business School

Executive MBA

SKILLS

Large Scale Synthesis (Up to 50 L Reactor)Project LeadershipChemdrawNuclear Magnetic Resonance (Nmr)Parallel Synthesis1d- and 2d Nmr AnalysisDrug DiscoveryOrganic SynthesisScale UpSynthetic Organic ChemistrySpectroscopyHplcCarbohydrate ChemistryGlycosylationOrganic ChemistryScifinderNmrMedicinal ChemistryHeterocyclic ChemistryPurificationMultistep SynthesisChromatographyNatural ProductsOrganometallic ChemistryResearch and Development (R&D)ChemistryIrDrug DesignChemical SynthesisNatural Product SynthesisNmr SpectroscopySynthesis From Mg to Kg ScaleSynthetic Bile AcidsManipulating Air Sensitive CompoundsTechnology Transfer

ABOUT ZOFIA KOMSTA

With a solid track record in leading projects within the pharmaceutical industry, I specialise in planning, managing, and executing complex synthetic routes for APIs and their intermediates. My expertise spans from milligram to kilogram-scale synthesis and process development, culminating in successful technology transfer and pilot production.As a skilled leader, I manage multiple projects concurrently, maintaining clear communication and fostering a culture of innovation and psychological safety that encourages team creativity and accountability. My experience in multinational team leadership has enhanced my ability to empower and motivate, driving teams to deliver exceptional results.Technically adept in API synthesis and precursor development, my background is grounded in process chemistry, development, and optimisation, ensuring compliance with cGMP standards. I work effectively with international CMOs and CROs, creating cost models and simulations for production cost estimations, and have a practical understanding of the engineering aspects related to chemical manufacturing. My approach is proactive and versatile, endorsing new technologies and innovative thinking for continuous improvement.

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