At Superlab, scientists support scientists.
We believe in the amazing product we are building together.
A seamless research environment shaped by those who
understand the journey, so that every scientist can focus fully on
discovery while we take care of everything else.
We Achieve Big Together
40+
Scientists
>70
member companies
2 unicorns
while they stayed with us
$1.2 B +
raised collectively in 2025
Ecosystem Partners
Qualities we value
in our team
We Are Thinking Doers.
Love working.
We are born to live, experience, and create. As a team, we embrace life to the fullest by creating exceptional products and value for science communities.
Future driven.
We are committed to shaping a future that benefits everyone; this dictates the actions we take today.
Flexible in mind, relentless in action.
We are fully dedicated to our goals, think deeply and carefully, and maintain flexibility in our approach. As a diverse team, we tackle one problem with multiple solutions and execute decisively.
Be courageous.
We embody courage.
Move fast.
We act swiftly.
Go the extra mile.
Going above and beyond is second nature to us.
Quality conscious.
We have a keen eye for detail and zero tolerance for anything less than high quality.
Connection
We build meaningful connections in the science community to foster a collective impact on global health.
Our Team
Mary-Aude Rochat, PhD
Operations Manager
Lausanne
Mary-Aude Rochat leads lab operations at our Lausanne site with a hands-on, solution-driven mindset. Her experience across technical training, academic research and biotech gives her a sharp understanding of how labs work and what teams need to thrive. Practical, responsive and fully engaged, she keeps the lab safe, efficient and always one step ahead.
Yasaman Shamshirgaran, PhD
Operations Manager
Zurich
Yasaman supports the operations of our Zurich site. She holds a PhD in Molecular Biology and brings over 10 years of hands-on experience in world-class academic and pharmaceutical settings, including AstraZeneca and the University of Gothenburg. She has strong expertise in working within life science laboratories, particularly in environments with varying biosafety level requirements.
Anne Muller
Operations Manager
Basel
25+ years’ experience in Quality Control, Lab Operations, and Regulatory Compliance across biopharma, pharma, and life sciences. Proven track record from early development to commercial phase. Skilled in managing GxP labs, suppliers, construction projects, and teams. Strong expertise in CDMO/customer contracts, QMS implementation, and regulatory alignment. Responsible as Superlab Safety Officer with EHS oversight. Recognized for driving efficiency, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration.
Franck Tissot
Lab Support
Geneva
Over 30 years of experience in lab operations and currently provides lab support at Superlab Geneva. His background includes quality control, sample management, and equipment maintenance across multiple research and industrial laboratories.
Ezgi Yagmur Kala-Kalkan, PhD
Marketing & Sales Assistant
With a background in cancer biology and translational research, Ezgi bridges science and business. She combines scientific expertise with strong communication and coordination skills to help life science companies connect with the right people, resources, and opportunities. At Superlab Suisse, she works in marketing and business development, helping companies establish, grow, and succeed within the Swiss life science ecosystem.
Alexandra Martiné
Director of BD & Operations
Western Switzerland
Alexandra leads Operations and Business Development for Western Switzerland, ensuring structured and efficient execution across the region. With a background as a Director in Cell Line Development, she brings a strong understanding of biotech operations, team leadership, and complex workflows. Her strategic and collaborative approach strengthens our daily operations while supporting the growth of the Superlab Suisse community.
Anahita Rafiei, PhD
Community BD
Translational scientist experienced in building collaborations and driving early-stage innovation in dynamic environments. At Superlab, she supports community development and customer integration, creating strong connections and helping customers navigate the ecosystem effectively.
Jackie Raïssa Galbert, PhD
Community BD
Life-science professional experienced in stakeholder engagement and translating scientific expertise into practical biotech and digital-health solutions. At Superlab, she supports community development and customer integration, connecting members, understanding their needs, and helping them integrate smoothly into the ecosystem.
Dan Cai
Community BD
Dan is responsible for Business Development and strategic partnerships across the China region. With 15 years of experience in large pharmaceutical corporations, she plays a key role in connecting the China and European markets.
Xi Zhang
CEO, Founder
Zhang Xi graduated with a Masters degree from ETH Zürich in 2006, CEO of EXH Design in Shanghai and Zurich. After completed various large scale laboratories projects for pharma companies in Europe and China, she founded Superlab Suisse AG in 2019 in Zurich, Switzerland.
Advisory Board
Odile Rundquist , PhD
Advisory Board
Odile Rundquist is a Partner at Bioqube, leading investor relations and business development with a unique blend of science, finance, and advisory expertise. A former pharmaceutical analyst and scientific advisor to Roche’s Vice Chairman, she also serves on Wyss Zurich’s evaluation board and advises Bootstrap Europe. She holds a PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Geneva.
Giorgio Zinetti
Advisory Board
Founder, engineer, and investor. 15 years of building systems people trust — from banking security and digital identity to blockchain. Angel investing in AI, blockchain, and longevity.
