Current job description?
Head of a research group at Harvard Medical School. The main thrust of our research concerns increasing cell longevity. We have identified genetic factors within yeast cells that greatly increase their lifespan and are hoping to someday apply our findings to increasing the lifespan of humans.

Your strengths?
Managing and motivating a research team. This is crucial as I currently have 15 people in my research group (7 students, 6 postdoctoral fellows, 1 lab manager and 1 secretary).

Your weaknesses?
I can't keep my mouth shut about exciting discoveries.

Worst part of the job?
The paperwork.

Best part of the job?
Changing the world and helping the sick.

Career ethic?
Be honest whenever possible.

Where will you be in 10-15 years time?
Faculty at Harvard Medical School.

Job you most covet?
The one I have is perfect!