Mignon Keaton

About Mignon Keaton

I am a scientist turned clinical research professional with over 16 years of experience in clinical operations, project management, and data analysis, with a PhD in Molecular Cancer Biology and a PMP certification. I also have multiple publications in peer-reviewed journals on topics such as cancer, metabolism, epigenetics, and genomics.In my most recent role, I provided study/program oversight for global Phase cell therapy clinical trials in chronic kidney disease, managing a clinical operations team, overseeing vendors, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. I create strategic plans to meet the goals set by the executive team while also managing risks and ensuring quality. My mission is to improve lives by bringing new therapeutics to market, using my unique ability to understand the scientific, financial, and operational interdependencies that are key to a successful drug development program. I enjoy taking on leadership roles and organizational responsibilities, and I thrive in collaborative settings that require critical thinking and communication.

Experience

1. Director, Clinical Science and Operations

   Hgi Clinical

   Jun 2025 — Present · Raleigh, NC, US

   Provides oversight of cross-functional teams and serves as a client escalation point for assigned studiesServes as a clinical subject matter expert in the planning, execution, and completion of clinical trial deliverablesFacilitates project risk management discussions Contributes to development and/or review of protocols and other core documentsProvide guidance and support for development and/or review of laboratory and procedural manuals for clinical studies Develops and/or reviews master informed consent forms for clinical studiesProvides guidance and support for project-specific EDC set upDevelops and/or updates SOPs, including required forms, templates and plansSupports proposals and bid defensesProvides line management and oversight of performance of assigned staff

Education

• Duke University

  PhD, Molecular Cancer Biology

  2001 — 2007

• The University of Southern Mississippi

  BS, Biochemistry

  1997 — 2001

Skills

• Cell Biology
• Biotechnology
• Mammalian Cell Culture
• Molecular Biology
• Life Sciences
• Cell Cycle
• Project Management
• Biochemistry
• Biomarkers
• Program Management
• Metabolomics
• Genetics
• Clinical Research
• Grant Writing
• Pharmacology
• Bioinformatics
• Genomics
• Cancer Biology
• Grant Administration
• Statistics
• Data Analysis
• Chemistry