* Highly motivated and accomplished scientific operations professional with 25+ years leading teams in R&D, assay design/development and execution for drug discovery as well as building assay- and platform-based CRO services* Deep expertise in developing phenotypic, cell-based, and target assays and models coupled with technology-based bioinformatics to rigorously generate and interpret high quality reliable data to garner actionable insights that improve, accelerate and de-risk the drug discovery process.* Skilled in building and managing high-performing scientific and technical teams, managing fast-paced operations to deliver reliable data within timelines and budgets.* Extensive collaborative experience delivering to internal stakeholders, external clients, operational and R&D teams, management and scientific advisors to set R&D strategies, effectively communicating progress and deliver on OKR.* Versatile career spanning academia, Contract Research Organizations (CROs), and biotech as well as serving on professional and scientific boards. * Passionate builder of supportive life science communities encompassing diverse backgrounds, expertise, and cultures and emphasizing inclusivity, empowerment and achievement. * Determined to leverage science and technology to transform and accelerate the discovery and development of more effective, safer, and accessible therapies to benefit patients and improve lives.# https://www.utahbusiness.com/awards-and-rankings/2024/05/28/alison-omahony-30-women-to-watch-2024/