Tamala Burden, MBA

I have been in pharmaceutical research industry for over 10 years. During this time I have worked for both Biotech and CROs, with increasing levels of responsibility with each role transition. The bulk of my experience has been working on global Phase ll, lll, & IV clinical trials within the following therapeutic areas: CNS, Gastroenterology, Ophthalmology, Rheumatology, Immunology, CNS/Neurology, Endocrinology, Oncology, Infectious Disease, Rare Disease, and General Medicine. My work within those therapeutic areas includes but is not limited to: being a primary point of contact for sponsors, leading project teams of 30+ people, driving study conduct to ensure projects are executed within established timelines and budget, REMS (Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies) therapy monitoring, reviewing and revising SOPs and WIs, recommending strategies and initiatives that create a more collaborative work environment, operational finance report review and analysis, RFP/ Bid defenses, study start-up and feasibility, development of SOWs/project plans, vendor management, budget development and maintenance, regulatory submissions, TMF filing, study close-out, and case studies. I also have management experience with a primary focus on line and performance management of team members assigned to me and resourcing and study team allocation. My goal is to use my knowledge and experience to help develop my team into successful professional who are able to understand the importance of working as a cohesive unit for the good of the project, the organization, and the mission of helping to improve the quality of life and health for those all over the world who are in need.