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Ry Leahy

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Looking for fractional roles in cell & gene therapy at Freelance
📍 Oxford, England, United Kingdom

Ry Leahy is a science communication consultant specializing in cell and gene therapy, drawing on his experience from Phacilitate and Oxford Global Conferences. A University of Oxford graduate, he founded Science Communication Foundry to help biotech companies with strategic positioning and clear communication in the advanced therapies space.

As a passionate advocate for rare diseases, Ry draws from his personal experience with Eosinophilic Esophagitis. He works to ensure patient voices are integrated into scientific conversations, aiming to bridge the gap between industry innovation and the realities faced by patients worldwide.

Unique fact: Rys professional work in science communication is directly informed by his personal journey as a rare disease patient.

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Experience
17 Years
Current Role
Looking for fractional roles in cell & gene therapy
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Oxford, England, United Kingdom
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Cell & Gene Therapy
His entire professional focus is on this sector, where he consults for biotech companies and helps shape industry conversations.
Science Communication
He founded his own consultancy to help organizations communicate complex scientific concepts clearly, responsibly, and strategically.
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Career

Work history

1-2026
Looking for fractional roles in cell & gene therapy
Freelance
4-2025 - 12-2025
Vice President of Research (Head of Strategic Partnerships)
Phacilitate
7-2021 - 4-2025
Vice President of Research (Head of Content)
Phacilitate
1-2020 - 6-2021
Associate Senior Producer & Digital Media Coordinator
Oxford Global Conferences
1-2019 - 1-2020
Conference Producer
Oxford Global Conferences
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Education
2017 - 1-2026
Academic Visitor
University of Oxford
2015 - 2017
Master of Science - MSc
University of Oxford
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