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Alex Hannah

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VP, Genomic Exploration at Gilead Sciences
📍 Mountain View, California, United States

Alex Hannah is the Vice President of Genomic Exploration at Gilead Sciences, where he sets the strategic direction for genomic research. A PhD graduate from UC San Diego, he has a long track record in advancing drug discovery, from leading exploratory projects to developing novel bioinformatics algorithms.

Outside of his scientific work, Alex shows an interest in the broader implications of technology, such as the massive energy consumption required by AI. He also expresses an appreciation for modern architectural solutions that bring natural light into iconic older buildings.

He developed a key resistance mutation detection algorithm that aided in the creation of next-generation HCV therapies.

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Experience
22 Years
Current Role
VP, Genomic Exploration
Job Level
Senior
Location
Mountain View, California, United States
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Genomic Research
As VP, he sets the strategic direction for genomic research and oversees exploratory projects to find new drug targets and therapies.
Drug Discovery
His career at Gilead has been focused on advancing novel drug candidates, from early-stage screening to developing next-generation therapies for diseases like HCV.
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Career

Work history

10-2021
VP, Genomic Exploration
Gilead Sciences
4-2017 - 10-2021
Director of Cell Biology Research
Gilead Sciences
6-2013 - 4-2017
Sr. Research Exploration Manager
Gilead Sciences
2-2011 - 6-2013
Sr. Genomics & Bioinformatics Scientist
Gilead Sciences
3-2004 - 11-2010
Sr. Genomics & Bioinformatics Sci (Promoted in 2006)
Hologic (Formerly Gen-Probe)
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PhD
UC San Diego
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