Title: Clinical Operation Manager

Department: Clinical Development

Location: Berne, Switzerland

Employee since: 2001

Education/ Background

Chilean Teacher’s Diploma (Biology and Sciences), Master of Science in Microbiology, University of Zurich.

What do you do at Crucell?

“As a Clinical Operations Manager I act as a Clinical Trial Leader and coordinate the activities for each trial region in large international multi-center studies according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

My main task consists of coordinating the operational part of clinical studies. This includes activities like preparing the documentation for the regulatory authorities, selecting study centers, implementing the logistical part of the study (vaccine supply, laboratory material, etc.) and finding agreements with CROs (Contract Research Organizations), investigators, local and central laboratories.”

What do you like about working at Crucell?

“I can contribute directly to the company’s success by making the Crucell products available for the general public after demonstrating through clinical studies that our products are safe and effective. I also like the international context of my position.”

Any time left for hobbies or sports?

“Sports activities are important in my life. I like to try just about anything sports related and enjoy jogging and tennis as well as football. On a different note, I also enjoy singing.”