Kelly Kimmerling

About Kelly Kimmerling

Translational research professional with a strong background in medical communications, resulting in 20 peer-reviewed publications and 72 abstracts over the last 9+ years. Detail-oriented, driven, and cross-functional team player with experience in strategic planning to execute strategies aligned with organizational goals.

Experience

1. Senior Manager, Research & Development

   Organogenesis

   Apr 2024 — Present · Birmingham, AL, US

   Led translational efforts on FDA IND/BLA Phase pivotal clinical trials for osteoarthritis biologic, including data interpretation, literature reviews, strategic research, and manuscript preparation-Directed publication strategy and execution for late-stage clinical and preclinical programs, ensuring compliance with ICJME standards and alignment with medical affairs and marketing priorities-Authored or oversaw the generation of 11 peer-reviewed published manuscripts and 41 abstracts, leading to 10 podium and 36 poster presentations at conferences since October 2021-Drove project planning and relationships both internally and externally with key departments and collaborators, including healthcare professionals and key opinion leaders-Developed and executed scientific communication strategies aligned with organizational goals, including cross-functional coordination, budget oversight (>$1M), tactical plans, and process standardization-Managed laboratory operations for the Birmingham R&D lab, including safety, purchasing, department meetings, and capital expense projects-Planned and executed two multi-day internal research conferences consisting of 24+ people across 3 sites-Managed a 5-person team, including 1 Research & Development Manager, 3 Scientist IIs, and 1 Research Associate II.

Education

• Duke University

  Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

  2014 — 2016

• Duke University

  Master of Engineering

  2010 — 2011

• The Johns Hopkins University

  Bachelor of Science

  2006 — 2010

Skills

• Life Sciences
• Protocol Development
• Biotechnology
• Stem Cells
• Small Animal Models
• Product Development
• Cell Culture
• Molecular Biology
• Fluorescence Microscopy
• Research
• Team Player
• R
• Biochemistry
• Ms Office Suite
• Mathematics
• Statistics
• Pcr
• Biomedical Engineering
• Public Speaking
• Rheology
• Microsoft Office
• Microscopy
• Biochemical Assays
• Histology
• Organizer
• Mathematica
• Microct
• Animal Models
• Science
• Biomaterials
• Data Analysis
• Western Blotting
• Confocal Microscopy
• Bioengineering
• Digital Imaging
• Tissue Engineering
• Mechanical Testing
• Experimentation
• Matlab
• Creative Problem Solving