Hello! I’m Stijntje

A product manager with a PhD in biomedical science. I help biotech companies develop software and achieve better results. If you need a freelancer to integrate into your team and quickly deliver results, let’s connect to discuss your next project!

A Product Manager specialized in Biotechnology

I have a unique mix of software product management and pharmaceutical expertise. My PhD in biomedical science together with real-world work experience provide me with a deep understanding of the biotech industry.

Better Brainstorms Better Brainstorms

Stuck on a problem or challenge? Let me guide you through defining, organizing, and facilitating the perfect ideation session to uncover the most effective solution with maximum customer value.

Strategic Planning Strategic Planning

Overflowing with ideas but struggling to solidify a plan? Let me assist in structuring, selecting the most viable, customer-centric concepts, and collaboratively crafting actionable project plans to bring your vision to reality.

Product Development Product Development

Feeling overwhelmed by the multifaceted challenges of product development? Allow me to streamline the process by integrating UX/UI, development, business, sales and your target audience into a cohesive product strategy, executed towards product success.

Project Management Project Management

From concept to completion or managing multiple projects, I’ll navigate them to success, ensuring every step is covered, stakeholders are content, and your team thrives with collaborative leadership.

Documentation Management Documentation Management

If you’re overwhelmed with information but lacking organization, allow me to help. I specialize in structuring and maintaining documentation for your business, ensuring you can confidently navigate your company’s and product’s evolution.

Team Support Team Support

If you require assistance during the launch of new features or products, count on me to ensure timely delivery of all functionalities as per specifications. Moreover, I offer facilitation for team stand-ups or other meetings to maintain smooth progress.

Let’s connect to discuss your next project!

If you need a freelancer to integrate into your team and deliver results quickly, let’s connect to discuss your next project!

Testimonials

Discover firsthand experiences from satisfied clients and coworkers. These testimonials show the impact of my product management services.

  • I highly recommend Stijntje for her exceptional product management work at ENPICOM. Throughout her time at the company, she consistently demonstrated a deep understanding of the market and customer needs, and was able to translate those insights into successful product strategies. Stijntje has a keen eye for detail and always ensured that every aspect of the product development process was carefully planned and executed. She also has excellent communication skills, and was able to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product success.

    Overall, Stijntje’s contributions to ENPICOM have been invaluable, and I would not hesitate to recommend her for any product management role.

    Paul van der Velde

    Chief Executive Officer at ENPICOM

  • I worked with Stijntje in her role as product manager for over a year. Beside her product management skills she proved to be a highly organized individual with excellent project management skills. Her attention to detail and ability to keep projects on track ensured that deadlines were met and deliverables were of high quality.

    In addition to her technical skills, Stijntje has a pleasant and easy-going demeanor, which made her a pleasure to work with. She was always approachable and able to communicate effectively with both team members and stakeholders.

    Nicola Bonzanni

    Founder and Chief Product Officer at ENPICOM

  • For over a year, I’ve had the pleasure working with Stijntje as part of my team. Stijntje is great at getting projects and processes organized and making sure people stick to the plan; a valuable skill for organizations both large and small. She has consistently grown her product management skills during her time at ENPICOM. This was evidenced by several projects where she successfully led the discovery, development and implementation of complex new functionality. She showed great attention to detail, and her communication skills are excellent, both when communicating within our team, as well as across teams.

    To top if off, Stijntje is also a great person, with a positive, can-do mentality. I would highly recommend her for any project or product management role.

    Lorenzo Fanchi

    Team Lead Product Management at ENPICOM

  • I have worked in close contact with Stijntje Hibender for over a year at ENPICOM. We work in different teams, but we have regular meetings together and work on the same projects.

    Stijntje is an extremely positive and enthusiastic person that brings a great energy to all the work she does. She is great at Project Management and organizing processes and communication. She has great passion for her work and cares for her colleagues and always tries to help and motivate everyone around her. Her view of the world always has a positive aspect and she tries to share that with all her coworkers. She has also participated in all the social activities as she cares for knowing her colleagues and making friends of everyone she can.

    In summary, I wholeheartedly recommend Stijntje for any position related to project or product management. She is a talented team member and colleague to have.

    Néstor Vázquez Bernat

    Team Lead Application Science at ENPICOM

  • It’s very pleasant to work with Stijntje, as she is very knowledgeable, has a very organised way of thinking and is a clear leader by nature.

    Other than that, she has a professional working attitude while also being emotionally intelligent. She was my project manager and we worked closely for a couple of months for projects at ENPICOM.

    Niki Efstratiou

    UX/UI Designer at ENPICOM

  • After meeting in an online event, connecting via Linkedin, and seeing that she’s got robust experience with product management, I reached out to her for guidance, specifically on data collection for a focus group discussion targeted for my coaching program.

    She shared practical tips emphasizing the importance of capturing both numbers and stories to paint the complete picture. Our conversation turned out to not only be productive but also enjoyable! Her warm and approachable demeanor combined with her willingness to share her expertise made the flow of our conversation effective and efficient.

    Her insights helped me approach the focus group with ease and confidence, knowing I had a solid agenda in place. I happily recommend Stijntje to anyone looking for not just advice, but a supportive partner in their product-related endeavors!

    Trish Sta. Rosa

    Founder & Managing Director at HHWM