Kari Furu
Oslo
Summary
Passionate and solution oriented manager with broad experience in IVD product development and proven leadership abilities. Have managed multiple product development projects through cross-functional team leadership, including projects to increase robustness, meet market needs and regulatory requirements, as well as improve cost-effectiveness. Drives competitive growth through strategic relationships and pursuit of business opportunities. Dedicated to building strong teams and a fun and inspirational work environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Business and Product Development
Genetic Analysis
01.2023 - Current
- Member of company management team.
- Direct communication with existing and potential customers to build strong business networks and generate new company revenue.
- Implemented business development strategies to increase customer base and global expansion.
- Presented technology, business opportunities and forecasts to potential partners, investors and shareholders.
Chief Technical Officer
Genetic Analysis AS
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Member of company management team.
- Managed R&D department responsible for ongoing product development and product improvement projects in line with company strategy and regulatory compliance.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Acted as co-supervisor for industrial PhD candidate.
Head of Development
Genetic Analysis AS
04.2016 - 07.2021
- Acted as project manager in multiple projects to develop new and improve existing product portfolio to meet customer requests and market needs.
- Established and maintained highly effective relationships with clients and industry partners to drive growth.
- Collaborated with marketing and regulatory departments to support client acquisition and ensure regulatory compliance.
Postdoctoral Fellow
Cancer Registry Of Norway
03.2013 - 03.2016
- Completed postdoctoral Fellow project in cancer research
- Acted as co-supervisor for industrial PhD candidate
Education
Ph.D. - Molecular Biology
University of Oslo
Oslo11.2012
Master of Science - Molecular Medicine
Norwegian University of Science And Technology
Trondheim06.2007
Skills
- IVD Product Development
- Regulatory compliance (ISO13485, IVDD)
- Risk Management
- Design Control
- Personnel Management
- Training and Development
- Team Leadership
- Lead Pipeline Development
- Product and Service Sales
- Customer Needs Assessments
- Sales and Investor Presentations
Timeline
Head of Business and Product Development
Genetic Analysis
01.2023 - Current
Chief Technical Officer
Genetic Analysis AS
08.2021 - 12.2022
Head of Development
Genetic Analysis AS
04.2016 - 07.2021
Postdoctoral Fellow
Cancer Registry Of Norway
03.2013 - 03.2016
Ph.D. - Molecular Biology
University of Oslo
Master of Science - Molecular Medicine
Norwegian University of Science And Technology
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