MARTIN OLBRICH

Scientist in Process Research, Roche

Martin Olbrich obtained his PhD in Organic Chemistry from the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich. In 2015, he joined the Process Chemistry & Catalysis group at F. Hoffmann-La Roche, Switzerland and gained experience in synthesis design, route scouting and analytical methods working on complex synthetic molecules and focusing on oligonucleotide process development. In a matrix leader role as chemical project lead, he coordinates the drug substance activities in cross-functional teams currently handling late stage development activities for several oligonucleotide projects.

Beyond project work, he leads a focus area at Roche looking into new technologies and creative solutions for manufacturing and delivery of oligonucleotide drug substances and drug products. He is also involved in the European Pharma Oligonucleotide Consortium in which pharmaceutical companies collaborate to expedite patient access to life-changing oligonucleotide medicines. He is currently serving as the Roche Green Chemistry team lead.