I have over eighteen years industry experience in the development of parenteral dosage forms, working at Alza, Cardinal Health, and now Ionis (previously Isis Pharmaceuticals). I have a Ph.D. in biochemistry from Cornell University, where I studied peptide-lipid interactions. My postdoctoral research at the University of Virginia explored the biophysical effects of peptide and protein binding to model membranes. While in industry, I have experience in research and development of pharmaceutical products, project management, and preparation of CMC portions of regulatory documents. I have led interdisciplinary teams on the above initiatives. My leadership style is motivational and flexible, looking for creative ways for each individual to best contribute to the overall effort, while at the same time looking for ways to strengthen bonds between members of a team. I place great importance on the professional and personal growth of team members, as this keeps morale high and helps to maintain people’s level of engagement, which can be difficult when challenges are encountered in a project. So, while my education and early experience in the pharmaceutical industry are highly scientific and analytical in nature, I have developed the ability and desire to motivate small to midsize groups of people to work together on projects that require cooperation of diverse abilities and personality types.Strengths• Creative, insightful, and thoughtful – frequently providing a new perspective when solving problems• Manage changes and surprises well – not easily flustered or discouraged• Thorough and respectful communication – written, verbal, listening – tailored to the style of the individual with whom I am communicating• Mindful supervisor and coworker – making the professional and personal growth of direct reports and other coworkers a priority
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