Chandrakant Trimal

About Chandrakant Trimal

Senior biospecimen and laboratory operations professional with ~15 years of experience supporting global clinical trials across pharmaceutical, biotech, and CRO environments. Proven expertise in biospecimen lifecycle governance, laboratory and vendor oversight, risk-based quality management, and cross-functional collaboration within clinical operations.Currently leading laboratory and biospecimen management activities for global clinical studies, partnering closely with Clinical Operations, central laboratories, translational science teams, and external vendors to ensure high-quality, compliant, and timely delivery. Experienced in protocol feasibility review, biospecimen strategy development, KPI and risk monitoring, issue escalation, and budget oversight across multiple programs.Recognized for building scalable biospecimen frameworks that balance scientific requirements, operational feasibility, regulatory compliance, and cost efficiency, particularly in complex study environments involving biomarkers, PBMCs, genomics, and global regulatory constraints.Strong people leader with demonstrated experience managing and mentoring large, diverse teams, driving performance, capability development, and continuous improvement. Certified ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor and ISO Risk Management Professional, bringing a governance-focused and prevention-driven mindset to biospecimen and clinical research operations.

Experience

1. Laboratory Study Manager

   GSK

   Dec 2022 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Directing and coordinating high-impact laboratory activities for clinical projects and studies, ensuring alignment with Clinical Operations to deliver timely, high-quality, and cost-effective clinical results.Managing the complete lifecycle of biospecimens with strategic oversight for clinical studies with minimal supervision. Playing a key role in developing and optimizing study protocols and laboratory guidelines for investigator sites, addressing testing deadlines, sample management, and testing issues. Served as the main liaison for the clinical study team.Overseeing the custody and management of human biospecimens throughout the study duration.Evaluated and enhanced the operational feasibility of new study protocols, reporting any feasibility concerns to the Clinical Study Team and Clinical Read-Out Team.Led the management of clinical trial laboratory supplies and vendor services.Designed and implemented strategic operational setups to optimize biospecimen workflows, testing activities, and data management, ensuring alignment with stakeholder requirements. Maintained the Biospecimen Flow (BFL) process and associated documentation. Ensured all study-related activities in Central Laboratories (CLS) were executed according to agreed plans with the clinical study team.Supervising the collection of biospecimens from clinical sites and their transportation to central labs or blood cell preparation facilities.Monitored central lab management of biospecimens and related data, providing oversight and support for testing conducted in central labs.Ensuring Human Biospecimen Management functions adhered to study milestones.Acting as the primary escalation point for clinical study teams, addressing and resolving critical issues efficiently.Managing the budget for lab-related activities, ensuring cost-effective operations without compromising quality.

Education

• Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University, Amravati

  Bachelor of Pharmacy, Pharmacy

• Dr. D Y Patil Vidyapeeth - Centre for Online Learning

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Project Management