Alumni in Residence (AIR) 

Alumni Background/Description: 

I’m a clinical development scientist with experience across both early- and late-stage programs in solid tumors (with a focus on genitourinary cancers) and hematologic malignancies, including follicular lymphoma. My work centers on designing and executing clinical studies that support a molecule’s overall development strategy, with a strong emphasis on building more inclusive and representative clinical trials. I’m a high performer with a problem-solving mindset, strong communication skills, and a passion for working in fast-paced, collaborative environments as we move toward more personalized healthcare.

Topics:

Clinical development careers, oncology & hematology drug development, clinical trial design, inclusive clinical trials, early vs. late stage programs, cross-functional collaboration

Logistics:
Reach out via Email: sgupta77@amgen.com to schedule a meeting.

Alumni Background/Description: 

A natural leader with an interdisciplinary approach to engineering and leadership, Gina brings an innovative perspective shaped by endurance athletics and environmental stewardship. She holds Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Bioengineering, with focuses in biomedical engineering, synthetic biology, and mathematics. Gina’s experience spans research, industry, and entrepreneurship, including work at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, two years at BioMarin Pharmaceuticals developing gene therapy for Hemophilia, and graduate studies at UC Berkeley’s Fung Institute for Engineering Leadership, where she graduated with honors and co-founded a startup. Known for her drive, adaptability, and collaborative leadership style, she thrives in high-impact, mission-driven environments.

Topics:

Biomedical engineering careers, biotech & pharma pathways, gene therapy, transitioning from academia to industry, engineering leadership, entrepreneurship, navigating non-linear career paths

Logistics:

Reach out via email: gina.myers1@gmail.com to schedule a meeting.

Alumni Background/Description: 

Jay is a Mechanical Engineer with experience applying core engineering principles in industry settings. He has worked across multiple companies where he contributed to design, analysis, and hands-on engineering projects, gaining exposure to real-world product development and cross-functional collaboration. With a strong technical foundation and an interest in continuous growth, he is happy to share insights on transitioning from mechanical engineering education into industry and navigating early-career engineering roles.

Topics:

• Mechanical engineering career paths

• Industry experience across different companies

Logistics:

Sessions are 30–35 minutes and conversational in format. You’re encouraged to come prepared with your own questions or topics from the list above. Your appointment is confirmed once you receive the meeting link. If you’re unable to attend, please cancel in advance so another student may use the slot.

Alumni Background/Description: 

I'm a Data Analyst at Meta fueled by a growth mindset. With over 7 years of experience working at the intersection of marketing and data science, I specialize in combining data science, experimentation, marketing analytics, and product optimization to solve complex business challenges. Whether refining B2C or B2B advertising strategies, improving customer experience, or optimizing pricing and revenue management, I am driven by an intellectual curiosity to distill actionable insights from massive datasets hidden in the noise.

Topics: 

Analytics careers, interview prep, experimentation & measurement mindset, translating academic training into industry impact

Logistics: 

Reach out via Email: weiling.kang@berkeley.edu to schedule a meeting.

Alumni Background/Description: 

Howard is a Sr Data Scientist at Instacart. He has experience in advertising technologies and risk analytics (FinTech). He is happy to chat about career paths in data science and interview preps.

Topics: 

Data science career paths and interview prep

Logistics: 

Sessions are 30-35mins each. The format will be conversational style. You are encouraged to come prepared with your own questions or discuss any topics above. Your appointment is confirmed once you receive the meeting link. If you are unable to make the meeting, please cancel so another student may use the slot.

Alumni Background/Description: 

M.Eng. IEOR ’25 with a B.Tech in Metallurgy & Materials Engineering. Currently a Senior Operations Associate at Atlas (FinTech), with prior experience at KPMG and Sprinklr. I’ve worked across Big 4, MNCs, and startup environments, helping teams scale strategy, operations, lifecycle marketing, product workflows, and data analytics. I enjoy working at the intersection of business, data, and execution, and mentoring others navigating similar transitions.

Topics I Can Mentor On:

• Strategy and operations

• Product management and cross-functional execution

• Data analytics and decision-making

• Career transitions from Big 4 / MNCs to startups
  
  

Logistics:

• Sessions are 30 mins each. Booking confirms your appointment; a Google Meet link will be sent automatically.

• Come prepared with 2–3 goals or questions. I’m happy to help with resume reviews, edits, and quick portfolio feedback.

• Please complete a short post-call survey so I can continue improving these sessions.

• If you’re unable to attend, kindly cancel in advance to free up the slot.

If possible, please share your resume ahead of time.

Alumni Background/Description: 

Berkeley alum (EECS '98) and a recently retired engineering leader. Brings decades of industry experience across engineering leadership, product development, and team building at scale. Actively mentors and supports students across the College of Engineering and SCET through office hours, pitch feedback, and career-focused sessions.

Topics:

Passionate about helping students navigate industry pathways, leadership growth, and the transition from academia into engineering roles. Enjoys working with students at different stages, whether exploring career options, preparing for internships and full time roles, or refining technical and professional skills. 

Logistics:

Reach out via Email:
dyeester@gmail.com to schedule a meeting.

Alumni Background/Description: 

Anna is an accomplished semiconductor engineer with 4 years of experience at Intel in the Logic Technology Development area. With a foundation in Chemical Engineering and an MEng focus in Electronic Materials, Anna brings a unique blend of process knowledge to developing cutting-edge chip technology. She also serves on the leadership board of the Society of Women Engineers and Intel Women's employee groups, where she enjoys helping women become leaders in any role.

Topics: 

• Leadership, semiconductor industry

Logistics:

Sessions are 30-35mins each. The format will be conversational style. You are encouraged to come prepared with your own questions or discuss any topics above. Your appointment is confirmed once you receive the meeting link. If you are unable to make the meeting, please cancel so another student may use the slot.