Leadership
Tim Machajewski, Ph.D.
Senior Vice President, Head of Research
Dr. Tim Machajewski, with over 25 years of experience in drug discovery, joined Pliant in 2018 and currently leads our research efforts as Head of Research. Dr. Machajewski’s expertise spans multiple therapeutic areas, including fibrosis, oncology, anti-infective, and metabolic disorders. Dr. Machajewski’s extensive drug discovery experience has been instrumental in driving innovative solutions and strategies that have led to cross-functional team success in these fields.
Throughout his career, Dr. Machajewski has held roles of increasing responsibility at Novartis, Chiron, and Achaogen, where he showcased his leadership and commitment to improving patient outcomes through cutting-edge therapeutic discoveries. At Pliant, Dr. Machajewski is dedicated to creating a dynamic research environment that fosters innovation and excellence.
Dr. Machajewski received his B.S. in chemistry from the University of Texas at Austin, his Ph.D. in organic chemistry from Stanford University and completed postdoctoral studies at The Scripps Research Institute.
Our Team
Pliant is led by a team of world-renowned fibrosis researchers and highly experienced drug developers focused on translating science into novel therapies for patients in need.
