Senior Scientist

Jubilant Draximage

October 2022 - Now

Led Pharmacology Team: Successfully managed a team and oversaw more than 10 projects from discovery campaign initiation to lead candidate selection. Designed and executed experiments for preclinical in vitro and in vivo pharmacological studies, culminating in the creation of reports and regulatory affairs documents that facilitated several successful FDA meetings.

Strategic Development: Developed and implemented strategies to identify unmet needs and demonstrate the value and affordability of over 20 new genetic targets for precision therapy and diagnostics. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to design innovative molecules for various disease targets, securing funding for two new programs and initiating their preclinical studies.

Project and Budget Management: Provided leadership in managing projects, budgets, and timelines. Collaborated closely with external laboratories and CROs to design and test new ligands for cutting-edge projects, ensuring rigorous quality control throughout the process.

Data-Driven Decision Making: Conducted thorough literature reviews and attended conferences to gain insights and provide feedback on leveraging real-world evidence for product development, informing strategic decision-making in drug development.

Regulatory Strategy and Support: Collaborated with R&D, regulatory affairs, and clinical teams to develop Phase I strategies and provided scientific support for FDA and other regulatory agency filings, ensuring seamless transitions from preclinical to clinical stages.

Fundraising and Stakeholder Engagement: Led strategic and technical discussions with R&D teams and external/internal stakeholders. Successfully spearheaded fundraising campaigns, raising over $500k, demonstrating strong negotiation and influencing skills.

Senior Research Associate in Gene Editing and Project Management

Specific Biologics

September 2021 - October 2022

Strategic Assessment and Project Leadership: Critically assessed drivers and barriers for successful implementation of new molecules in routine care. Spearheaded the conception of experiments, preparation of proposals, and data analysis for the development of the gene editing platform, leading to securing funding for proof-of-concept (PoC) projects and the submission of publications.

Mentorship and Team Management: Mentored, trained, and managed junior technical team members. Wrote and reviewed standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure smooth transfer of knowledge and consistent experimental execution. Fostered a continuous improvement mindset within the organization, focusing on optimized workflows and team spirit.

Data Interpretation and Communication: Interpreted, presented, and delivered results effectively within a team environment and to external stakeholders.

Collaborative Project Leadership: Led team-wide projects in collaboration with academic and industrial institutions, ensuring successful project progress and the establishment of external collaborations.