Michael Harman, PhD in

Michael Harman, PhD

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Contract Executive Advisor + Medtech Consulting Partner at Harman PhD Consulting
📍 East Greenwich, Rhode Island, United States

Michael is a seasoned technology and innovation leader specializing in translating deep science into commercial medtech solutions. With a PhD from the University of Arizona, he advises numerous startups on bringing their products to market. Colleagues describe him as energetic, enthusiastic, and committed.

Fueled by human connection, Michael is passionate about building a strong life sciences community. He actively supports innovators and visionaries, expressing great excitement for the burgeoning biotech ecosystem in Rhode Island and the fearless founders leading the charge in new medical technologies.

He is a vocal proponent of drug repurposing as a faster, more affordable strategy for developing new cancer treatments.

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Experience
16 Years
Current Role
Contract Executive Advisor + Medtech Consulting Partner
Location
East Greenwich, Rhode Island, United States
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Medtech Commercialization
His career focuses on bridging the gap between basic research and market-ready medical innovations, advising startups on strategy and product launches.
Drug Repurposing
Recently authored an article on repurposing existing drugs for oncology, highlighting it as a cost-effective and valuable strategy for cancer care.
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Career

Work history

7-2022
Contract Executive Advisor + Medtech Consulting Partner
Harman PhD Consulting
8-2025
Molecular Diagnostic & Drug Delivery Sector Expert
Precision Life Science Partners
8-2025
Adjunct Professor College of Science
Northeastern University
9-2022
Network Partner & SMARTeam - Molecular Diagnostic and Biotechnology Consultant
The NEMIC Foundation
1-2025
Experienced Industry Mentor
Nucleate Boston
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Education
2012 - 2015
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
University of Arizona
1-2009 - 5-2009
Master of Science (MS)
University of Connecticut
Postdoctoral
Brown University
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