Welcome!

I'm Saskia Haupt (she/her), a strategist, collaborator and lifelong learner with a passion for bringing paths to success. My work (and life) is all about uncovering potential - in people, projects, and possibilities - coordinating diverse elements effectively, and crafting bespoke strategies that truly make a difference.

At the core of my approach lies Strategic Thinking, enabling me to see patterns and possibilities where others might see obstacles. This vision is elevated by my deep Responsibility, ensuring that every innovative idea is followed through with integrity and purpose. By combining this with Individualization, I recognize the unique qualities of every person and every situation, creating tailored and creative strategies that resonate deeply with the individuals and teams I work with.

As an Arranger, I thrive in dynamic environments, orchestrating resources and people to bring order and efficiency to complex challenges. My ability to adapt and reorganize aligns naturally with my Individualization, as I build teams where each person thrives in their ideal role, creating harmony and driving collective success. This flexibility is again complemented by my Strategic Thinking, allowing me to assess multiple possibilities before selecting the most effective path forward.

Curiosity fuels everything I do. With a strong Learner mindset, I'm constantly expanding my knowledge, not just for personal growth but to share insights and empower those around me. Paired with Responsibility, this drive to learn translates into meaningful action, while my Individualization ensures that I adapt my knowledge to meet the specific needs and strengths of the people I work with.

Empathy and integrity guide my actions. I connect deeply with others, understanding their emotions, motivations, and unique strengths, and I use this insight to help them overcome challenges and achieve their goals. My commitment to integrity ensures that every interaction, decision, and solution reflects both my values and the aspirations of those I collaborate with.

I'm currently a research program manager at a German foundation with a strong academic background in mathematics and biostatistics, holding an interdisciplinary Ph.D. (Dr. rer. nat.) from Heidelberg University, combining mathematics with medicine.

My work focused on modeling biomedical processes, particularly cancer development and tumor-immune interactions in Lynch syndrome, the most common hereditary colorectal cancer predisposition. I have developed mathematical, computational, and statistical models across scales, from molecular to population levels, and explored the integration of mechanistic modeling with machine learning to advance clinical applications.

During my academic career, I was a guest researcher at the Heidelberg Institute for Theoretical Studies (HITS) and spent three months as a visiting postdoc at the University of Oslo. These experiences allowed me to collaborate internationally and expand my expertise in interdisciplinary research.

In addition to my Ph.D., I completed a second master's degree in Biostatistics (2020–2023) at Heidelberg University, further complementing my work in mathematical oncology and data-driven research.

In my free time, I love working in the creative field, decorating, gardening, and taking photos of all the small structures occurring in nature while hiking with my better half.