Itamar Kass

I am a multidisciplinary scientist and R&D leader (PhD, Computational & Structural Biology) with 15+ years of experience bridging discovery research, computational biology, and translational applications. My career spans both academia and biotech startups, where I’ve led programs in oncology drug discovery, protein engineering, and translational research.

I specialize in translating complex data and computational models into actionable strategies that drive tangible impact — from pre-clinical drug candidate validation to patented proteins now approaching market entry. As VP R&D and VP Computational Biology, I’ve built and managed high-performing, multicultural teams, integrated scientific and business strategies, and steered projects through all stages of the R&D pipeline.

I thrive at the intersection of science, leadership, and execution — whether advancing translational science, ensuring milestones and deliverables as a project manager, or shaping innovation strategy at the executive level. Passionate about connecting discovery to real-world outcomes, I bring a unique combination of scientific depth, translational insight, and organizational leadership to every role I take on.