In this episode, my guest was Mazdak Ehteramyan, Ph.D., a senior scientist at GSK (GlaxoSmithKline). We discuss the major responsibilities inherent in the role of a senior scientist within the research and development (R&D) department. This episode covers a range of topics: a day in the life of a GSK scientist, academia vs. industry, drive vs. ambition, and the importance of cultivating people’s skills.