LARVOL: Could you briefly introduce yourself and describe your role at LARVOL?

Dr. Mark Gramling: I’ve been with LARVOL in two separate tentures. For my first, I focused on developing services supporting healthcare and clinical trials. In my second tenure, I’ve focused on building and developing existing and new products in oncology.

LARVOL: Every person's journey is unique. Can you share with us the story of how you landed in the field of oncology and at LARVOL specifically?

Dr. Mark Gramling: I like to describe myself as a “recovering scientist”. For my undergrad, I studied biochemistry and microbiology and figured if I did that I would pursue a PhD in pathology examining disease mechanisms. I found the preclinical models of oncology the most intriguing and chose to continue pursuing that in my postdoctoral studies. After my post-doctoral studies, I saw a job posting for supporting market intelligence reports that was originally part-time for LARVOL - and I guess I’ve never turned back.

LARVOL: What do you enjoy most about your role at LARVOL and how has it impacted your professional journey?

Dr. Mark Gramling: There is obviously the remote element - of which LARVOL has been innovative for many years. I love being able to connect to a global team and being part of a company with a team that is always exploring, experimenting, and growing to try new things to support our customers is particularly fulfilling.

LARVOL: In an industry as fast-paced as ours, it's important to have strong motivation. What personally motivates you in your role at LARVOL, and how do you keep that motivation alive in the face of challenges?

Dr. Mark Gramling: Whether a strength or a weakness, I always think about people and my teams first. When you know we’re all dependent upon each other across 10 different time zones to achieve a collective goal, it’s hard not to be motivated by that.

LARVOL: At LARVOL, we know the importance of work-life balance. Outside of your professional role, what unique hobby or interest might surprise your colleagues at LARVOL?

Dr. Mark Gramling: We obviously use both virtual reality but also video conferences, so it wouldn’t surprise my colleagues that I have guitars hanging up all over my house. As much as I try to tell a joke or two in meetings, they might also be surprised how much time I spend delving into the history and the latest in stand up and sketch comedy.

There you have it! A blend of science, music, and humor – that’s Dr. Mark Gramling for you. Stay tuned for more behind-the-scenes LARVOL chats with our fantastic team!