Summary
Rafa Terán is a biotechnology leader with 11 years of cross-functional experience who currently runs SmartBio Analytics, an LC/MS-focused analytical CRO in Madrid that supports drug development. He combines commercial acumen and scientific training (BSc/MSc in Biotechnology) with roles spanning business development, project management, and tech transfer across CROs and advisory firms. Rafa has helped bridge early-stage science and market strategy at organizations like Alira Health and Vivotecnia, while advising life-science startups through the BioExpert Network. Fluent in both commercial strategy and lab methods, he leverages hands-on R&D experience from PharmaMar to inform client-facing analytics and service design. Active in the Madrid biotech community, he has served on AsBioMad’s board, reflecting a commitment to sector growth and talent development. Colleagues describe him as a pragmatic operator who turns analytical capability into actionable decisions for drug developers.
11 years of coding experience
13 years of employment as a software developer
Master's degree Marketing and Sales Management, Master's degree Marketing and Sales Management at EAE Business School
Master's degree International master in project management, Master's degree International master in project management at Universidad de Salamanca
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) and Master of Science (M.Sc.) Biotechnology, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) and Master of Science (M.Sc.) Biotechnology at Universidad Francisco de Vitoria
Spanish, English