Michael Rakvica
Manager
Market: Boston
Region: Northeast
Education:
B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from Boston University
Background:
I have worked in Biotech for the past 10 years, with experience in CQV, Validation Programs, Process Engineering, Quality Systems, and Project Management at a couple Cell Therapies companies prior to joining PF. The highlights of my career have been supporting two first of kind cell therapies from BLA approval through commercialization and post-approval commitments. At PF I have been supporting Tech Transfers and Capital Projects in the Boston area.
I have worked in Biotech for the past 10 years, with experience in CQV, Validation Programs, Process Engineering, Quality Systems, and Project Management at a couple Cell Therapies companies prior to joining PF. The highlights of my career have been supporting two first of kind cell therapies from BLA approval through commercialization and post-approval commitments. At PF I have been supporting Tech Transfers and Capital Projects in the Boston area.
What excites you about being a mentor?
I really enjoy teaching others and watching them grow throughout their careers. I want to help my mentee become the best version of themselves, both personally and professionally. I look forward to the opportunity for both of us to grow together and offer insights wherever I can.
I really enjoy teaching others and watching them grow throughout their careers. I want to help my mentee become the best version of themselves, both personally and professionally. I look forward to the opportunity for both of us to grow together and offer insights wherever I can.
What are you looking for in a mentee?
I’m looking for someone who sees the value in what this program has to offer and is willing to be proactive. I hope my mentee is curious, and is eager to learn and grow. Also, someone who is willing to accept feedback and talk through issues openly.
I’m looking for someone who sees the value in what this program has to offer and is willing to be proactive. I hope my mentee is curious, and is eager to learn and grow. Also, someone who is willing to accept feedback and talk through issues openly.
Hobbies/Fun Facts:
I am a big sports fan and root for the New York teams even though I have lived in Boston for 15 years. I enjoy being outdoors all year running, hiking, skiing, and ice skating. I like to cook and I’m always looking for a new food to try. I also love to learn new things in general, but I always look forward to learning more about science and medicine.
I am a big sports fan and root for the New York teams even though I have lived in Boston for 15 years. I enjoy being outdoors all year running, hiking, skiing, and ice skating. I like to cook and I’m always looking for a new food to try. I also love to learn new things in general, but I always look forward to learning more about science and medicine.