Selena Milanovic

Global Product Manager - Siemens Healthineers

Currently based in: Berlin, Germany

DPhil in Biomedical Engineering (2017)

Talk to me about: AI in healthcare and medical technology, Careers in industry after academia, Translating research into impact, Science, public policy and global health, Leadership and career development, Women in STEM, Building an international career

Dr Selena Milanovic is a manager in the medical technology industry at Siemens Healthineers, where she works on innovations in clinical imaging and AI-enabled healthcare. She completed her DPhil in Biomedical Engineering, researching computational models of the brain to advance understanding of cerebrovascular disease and dementia.

Selena is passionate about translating scientific innovation into real-world impact at the intersection of healthcare, technology, and public policy. She has been recognised on the Forbes 30 Under 30 lists in both Italy and Germany, delivered a TEDx talk on democratising healthcare, and received the 2026 Sylke Tempel Essay Prize for her work on political compromise. She has also been an active Global Shaper with the World Economic Forum for many years, contributing to initiatives focused on social impact.

Advice to St Cross students: Don't feel pressured to follow a linear career path. Some of the most meaningful opportunities come from connecting ideas, disciplines and people that initially seem unrelated. Stay curious, say yes to conversations outside your field, and remember that your degree is not only about becoming an expert, it's also about figuring out what you don't want.

If you would like to be put in touch with Selena, please contact development@stx.ox.ac.uk