Dr. Pilar Ramos PhD

Dr. Pilar Ramos is a cancer molecular biologist with over 17 years of experience in translational cancer genomics and molecular diagnostics. She holds a PhD in Molecular and Cellular Biology from Arizona State University and completed postdoctoral research at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen). In her current role at Illumina, she leads Medical Affairs initiatives across Europe focused on evidence generation and supporting the clinical adoption of comprehensive genomic profiling in oncology.

Dr. Ramos combines a strong scientific background with extensive experience supporting the implementation of genomic testing in clinical practice. She works closely with pathologists, oncologists, laboratory leaders, and healthcare systems to help translate genomic innovations into clinically meaningful and operationally feasible solutions.

• Senior Manager, Medical Affairs Oncology, Europe, Illumina
• Led initiatives supporting the clinical adoption of comprehensive genomic profiling across Europe
• Contributed to translational cancer genomics research spanning academia, healthcare, and industry
• Co-discovered the genetic basis of small cell carcinoma of the ovary, hypercalcemic type (SCCOHT), enabling development of the first diagnostic test for this rare cancer

Dr. Ramos has an extensive publication record in peer-reviewed journals and recipient of several awards for research excellence, including the Jeremy Jass Prize. Regular speaker at scientific and educational meetings focused on cancer genomics and precision oncology.