Svenja Dannewitz
@svenjadannewitz
Engineer, cell biologist, and immunologist driving translational research and biotech leadership.
What I'm looking for
I am an engineer, cell biologist, and immunologist with doctoral and postdoctoral training from leading institutions including the Universities of Sheffield, Manchester, Cambridge and Stanford. My work focuses on how vascular flow and the microenvironment regulate cellular function, with a strong track record of peer-reviewed publications and an aggregate impact factor over 100.
During my postdoctoral work I developed a pharmaceutical strategy for chronic pulmonary vascular remodeling that resulted in a patent and successful acquisition by Denovo Pharma in 2019. I have secured project funding, led grant applications, and published multiple research articles while supervising junior scientists.
Beyond the lab, I have led and scaled biotech ventures as CEO (Senara GmbH, Bioneer UG), raising funding and forming strategic partnerships, while bridging life science, engineering and business. I have editorial experience as a scientific editor and peer reviewer, and I design and deliver lectures and online courses to mentor the next generation of researchers.
I bring operational leadership, strategic vision, and hands-on technical expertise (molecular and cellular techniques, RNAseq, pharmacology) to roles that translate discovery into products and impact. I seek opportunities that combine scientific innovation, team leadership, and business development in translational biomedical settings.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Scientific Reviewer
MDPI
Jan 2020 - Present (6 years)
Peer-reviewed biomedical manuscripts for MDPI journals, supporting quality control and continuous improvement within scholarly publishing communities.
Visiting Lecturer
Lodz University
Mar 2025 - Mar 2025 (0 months)
Delivered biomedical lectures and organized guest lectures to provide active-participation learning experiences beyond the traditional classroom.
Postdoctoral Researcher
Universitätsklinikum Freiburg
Feb 2021 - Sep 2022 (1 year 7 months)
Investigated microenvironmental regulation of B cell function in lymphoma, obtained funding for one team member, designed projects and applied for four grants, and published three research papers.
Scientific Editor
Cactus Communications
Dec 2020 - Jun 2022 (1 year 6 months)
Edited biomedical manuscripts to improve readability and impact, managed multiple projects to ensure timely delivery, and developed style guides and editorial processes.
Postdoctoral Researcher
The University of Freiburg
Aug 2020 - Dec 2020 (4 months)
Trained in RNA-seq and pharmacology, drafted manuscripts and presented findings at major conferences to advance postdoctoral research objectives.
Instructional Designer
Foundry College
Dec 2018 - Sep 2019 (9 months)
Designed a Critical Thinking course, developing curriculum and instructional materials for online delivery to enhance learner engagement and outcomes.
Postdoctoral Researcher
Stanford University
May 2016 - May 2018 (2 years)
Conducted research on chronic pulmonary vascular remodeling and pharmaceutical treatment development, secured a patent for a novel therapeutic strategy which was subsequently acquired.
Scientific Researcher
University of Sheffield
Nov 2015 - Dec 2015 (1 month)
Fixed-term mechanobiology and haemodynamics research contributing to a publication demonstrating accelerated endothelial repair via ROCK inhibition.
MPhil/PhD Researcher
University of Sheffield
Oct 2011 - Aug 2015 (3 years 10 months)
Conducted doctoral research on pulmonary innate immunology in chronic inflammatory diseases using advanced cellular models and techniques, resulting in multiple publications.
Managing Director
PureGlowSkin Care Ltd.
Dec 2013 - Dec 2014 (1 year)
Founded and managed a natural skincare company focused on pregnancy-safe formulations, overseeing product development and business operations for one year.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Quantic School of Business and Technology
Executive Master of Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Enrolled in an Executive MBA program in Business Administration and Management with expected completion in August 2025.
Stanford University School of Medicine
Postdoctoral Fellow, Cardiovascular Biology
2016 - 2018
Postdoctoral fellowship in Cardiovascular Biology focusing on chronic pulmonary vascular remodeling and pharmaceutical treatment development.
The University of Sheffield
Doctor of Philosophy, Cell Biology / Immunology
2011 - 2015
Doctoral research (MPhil/PhD) on pulmonary innate immunology in chronic inflammatory diseases using cellular and molecular model systems.
The University of Manchester
Master of Science, Cell Biology
2010 - 2011
Master of Science in Cell Biology with training in signalling pathways and molecular biology techniques.
Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences
Bachelor of Engineering, Biochemical Engineering
2005 - 2009
Bachelor of Engineering (Biochemical Engineering) studies including practical laboratory and engineering coursework.
University of Cambridge
Researcher (short-term), Molecular Biology
2010 - 2010
Short-term research placement focusing on bacterial chemotaxis and cloning strategies.
Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche (CNR)
Bachelor Thesis (research), Molecular Biology
2009 - 2010
Bachelor thesis research on E. coli genetics and protein purification conducted at CNR in Monterotondo, Rome.
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