Kristian Fried
I translate complex science into clear guidance.
- Role
- Senior Consultant at Integral Consulting Inc.
- Location
- Portland, ME, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Kristian Fried
I translate complex science into clear guidance and advise industry and regulators on safety, strategy, and scientific communication.Strategic scientific and regulatory leader with doctoral training in chemistry and toxicology and 19 years of global experience in product stewardship, regulatory affairs, and risk assessment. Proven success directing safety and sustainability programs, managing cross-functional teams, and securing alignment on business-critical initiatives.Expert in regulatory strategy and scientific communication, with a track record of leading FDA, EMA, CHMP, Swissmedic, and EPA engagements, designing environmental risk assessment frameworks, and influencing regulatory developments through scientifically robust commentary. Skilled in advancing new approach methodologies (NAMs), overseeing clinical and non-clinical test plans, and guiding CMO operations for drug product development.Trusted advisor to industry consortia and trade associations with demonstrated ability to synthesize complex science into actionable guidance. Adept at portfolio-wide risk evaluations, hazard/exposure prioritization, and addressing emerging contaminants.Recognized for excellence in interpreting regulatory guidelines, building consensus across stakeholders, and delivering innovative, sustainable solutions that protect human health, the environment, and business continuity.
Experience
Senior Consultant
Dec 2019 — Present · Portland, ME, US
Drive scientific and regulatory strategy across pharmaceuticals, consumer products, and specialty chemicals, with emphasis on environmental safety, human health, and global compliance- Develop and execute regulatory frameworks for FDA, EMA, and Swissmedic submissions, including environmental risk assessments and OECD study oversight- Lead OTC drug product initiatives, including formulation development and FDA engagement- Evaluate new ingredients for consumer and patient safety, environmental fate, transport, ecotoxicology, and regulatory risk using tiered hazard and exposure-based models- Spearhead multi-stakeholder scientific projects for industry consortia, providing strategic direction and technical leadership- Deliver Proposition 65 assessments and serve as a scientific expert in litigation support- Advise on occupational safety, ingredient defense, and PFAS-related regulatory and scientific challenges
Education
Technical University of Munich
Dr. rer. nat./Ph.D., Chemistry
2000 — 2004
Goethe University Frankfurt
Vordiplom/B.S., Chemistry
1993 — 1996
University of Kansas Medical Center
Ph.D., Toxicology
2001 — 2007
Technical University of Munich
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Chemistry
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
Dipl. Chem./M.S., Chemistry
1996 — 2000
Skills
- Toxicology
- Good Laboratory Practice (Glp)
- Chemistry
- Lc-Ms
- Life Sciences
- Glp
- Drug Discovery
- Molecular Biology
- Analytical Chemistry
- Hplc
- Research and Development (R&D)
- In Vivo
- Pharmacokinetics
- Pharmacology
- In Vitro
- Mass Spectrometry
- Science
- Biochemistry
- Regulatory Affairs
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