Heather Kennedy
Scientist V @Rani Therapeutics
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WORK HISTORY
Scientist V @Rani Therapeutics
San Jose, CA, US
Working with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers to support ongoing in vivo and in vitro projects.* Establishing relationships with outside CROs for the conduct of both GLP and non-GLP studies; scheduling study sessions, drafting and submitting outlines, evaluating quotes, routing and tracking POs, verifying and approving invoices.* Onsite auditing of CRO facilities for GLP compliance.* Overseeing in vivo studies at CRO sites. Monitoring of critical phases, data collection, animal handling and dosing (oral; subcutaneous injection), fluoroscopy, blood sample preparation, necropsy, tissue collection/processing, etc.* Drafting and submission of IACUC protocols/amendments, study procedures, reports, and SOPs.* Management of offsite canine colony; selection of animals for in vivo studies with strict adherence to IACUC protocol requirements.* Maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment.* Hands-on in vitro laboratory work, including isolated tissue experiments.
EDUCATION
Smith College
Bachelor's, Geology & Biology
University of Washington Professional & Continuing Education
Certificate Program, Biotechnology Project Management
SKILLS
ABOUT HEATHER KENNEDY
Highly skilled lab animal science professional with experience coordinating complex preclinical studies involving cross-functional teams with adherence to strict timelines. Completed Project Management certificate program through University of Washington with emphasis on biotechnology and pharmaceutical product development. Proven ability to function as an effective preclinical study monitor. Experience with supervising, managing and training in vivo technicians. Independent, highly organized and detail-oriented. LATG certified.HIGHLIGHTS & QUALIFICATIONS:* Over 20 years’ experience in the biotech industry* Preclinical study management experience* Familiarity with GLP procedures* Excellent written and verbal communication skills* Effective collaboration with colleagues at all levels* Supervision and personnel management experience* Strong technical background
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