Up Close and Personal with Jason Boehme, Associate Director, Program Management

Jason Boehme joined Altasciences in 2018 as Senior Project Manager. He was promoted to Associate Director, Program Management, in 2022, and now oversees a team of program managers who guide end-to-end solutions, including preclinical, clinical, CDMO, regulatory, and bioanalytical solutions.

Jason started his career as a research assistant carrying out operational phases of drug metabolism and pharmacokinetic studies. He then became an associate toxicologist providing administrative and scientific support to study directors, and subsequently moved into a project management position overseeing Phase I to III clinical trials. 

Get to know Jason further with this Q&A:

What inspired you to Join the CRO Industry?

I have always had a passion for biology and zoology, which led to obtaining a degree in zoology and starting a career working with animals. As my experience in preclinical research grew, so did my curiosity in the overall drug development process; I wanted to expand into clinical research.

What Was your dream job as a child?

As a young child, my dream was to become an NFL player, but I soon came to the realization I wasn’t going to have the physical stature needed to compete! Following that realization, I switched my goals to science, biology, and health, and started down my current career path. In hindsight, I have embodied one of my favorite quotes from E.E. Cummings: "It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are." 

What do you enjoy doing on your off time?

I especially enjoy camping with my family, walking my dogs, hiking, golfing, working on my lake property in Northern Wisconsin, and annual fishing trips with friends—pretty much anything that has to do with the outdoors. 

What is one of your proudest achievements? 

My proudest achievement is being a father to two beautiful girls, ages 11 and 8. 

What do you like the most about your job? 

As an associate director of program management, I really enjoy coaching other project and program managers to help them lead their projects to completion, as well as helping them further their careers. It fills me with a sense of pride to see others succeed.

What advice would you give to someone just starting out in life sciences? 

Don’t be afraid to ask questions. I have found that most people are not only willing to help but want to truly help you understand. Keep your curiosity about life sciences fresh and keep learning about the drug development process!

Contact Jason here to discuss any drug development questions you may have.