NextBio, provider of the leading life sciences search engine, today announced the appointment of Sergio Gurrieri, Ph.D., as Senior Director of Business Development. In this role, Dr. Gurrieri will be responsible for identifying new growth opportunities and strategic business development initiatives.

Dr. Gurrieri joins NextBio with 20 years of experience in life sciences research, marketing and business development. Dr. Gurrieri has extensive expertise in the identification, establishment and management of partnerships, sponsorships, and licensing opportunities. Prior to joining NextBio, he served as Group Marketing Manager at Millipore Corporation, where he led the development and execution of Millipore’s global eBusiness strategies covering a portfolio of 25,000 products.

Prior to Millipore, Dr. Gurrieri held a number of research and development, business development and marketing roles at Invitrogen and BD Biosciences Clontech. Dr. Gurrieri has authored 26 research articles and reviews in top-rated international scientific journals. Dr. Gurrieri holds an MBA in Management and Marketing from San Diego State University, and an MS and PhD in Biophysical Chemistry from the University of Oregon.

“I am very pleased to welcome Sergio to NextBio,” said Saeid Akhtari, Chief Executive Officer of NextBio. “Sergio’s rich experience in driving strategic development initiatives for life science companies is an ideal fit for NextBio as we continue to identify and capitalize on the tremendous market opportunities available to us. We are confident Sergio’s leadership will enrich our ability to deliver increasing value to our customers and partners.”