Karen Andreas, MS

Ms. Andreas’ biopharma career spans almost 20 years in multiple cross-functional roles across the drug development process, maintaining a primary focus in oncology at small to midsize companies. Prior to joining Context, Ms. Andreas was Vice President, Clinical Operations at Avenge Bio where she was responsible for oversight of all clinical trial activities, clinical operations strategy, planning, and execution for a first in human allogeneic cell therapy for ovarian cancer. Previously, at Boston Pharmaceuticals, Ms. Andreas led clinical operations and program management for zeteletinib through proof of concept and other oncology assets through early development. Ms. Andreas also spent 10 years with Merrimack Pharmaceuticals in various roles advancing multiple oncology and immunology-focused assets and three years at ArQule advancing the company's first early-stage studies. Ms. Andreas holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from Colby College and a Master of Science from Tufts University School of Medicine.