Jan Jiricek is a highly experienced leader in the fields of scientific consulting and drug discovery, currently serving as the Director of Scientific Consulting at eMolecules since February 2024. Previously held the position of Senior Director of Business Development at Asymchem Group, focusing on biologics development and production. At Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research, Jan contributed significantly to projects in drug discovery for Chagas disease and Human African Trypanosomiasis, guiding teams and achieving key milestones. Early career experiences include research roles at the Genomics Institute of the Novartis Research Foundation and Schering AG, alongside extensive educational qualifications in organic chemistry and project management from reputable institutions.