Project Manager Medical

Frank J LaRonde, M.D., Ph.D.

** ******** ****, ********, ** L6S 4Y1 Tel: 647-***-**** Email: ********@*****.*** PROFILE

A forward-thinking, problem solver and leader skilled in scientific research, medical education and project management. Skilled in grasping the big picture, conceptualizing, developing, and implementing solutions for existing and expanding company goals. Excels at developing, motivating, and managing highly focused teams to meet and exceed company objectives. Offers expertise in biochemistry and chemistry, immunology, microbiology, pharmacology and drug development with experience in both academic and biotechnology industry. A self-starter, can work efficiently on own initiative or can integrate easily into a team environment. Working knowledge of pharmaceutical industry guidelines (GLP, GMP, SOP, R&D). Experience with developing and implementing SOP biotechnology environment. Unique ability to bridge the gap between the scientific community and senior business leaders and KOL's. Committed to making a significant contribution as an innovative and versatile individual working with integrity for scientific development.

EXPERIENCE

Founder and President (Tutor Mentor), LARO Tutoring, Brampton, ON 2014-2015

Provided educational services to students in mathematics (calculus, functions), science (physics, chemistry, biology), English

(ESL), standardize testing (SAT, MCAT), and board licensing exam (USMLE Step 1/2, MCCEE) from grade 8 to adults

Developed individual educational program for students at different learning ability levels, including educable, trainable and severely impaired and encouraged activities to promote their physical, mental and social development

Planned curriculum and prepared lessons to meet individual needs of students.

Provided pre-exam testing to access level of student performance Tutor Mentor, Tutor Bright, Mississauga, ON 2014-2015

Provided educational services to students in mathematics (calculus, functions), science (physics, chemistry, biology), English

(ESL), and standardize testing (SAT, MCAT) from grade 8 to adults

Developed individual educational program for students at different learning ability levels, including educable, trainable and severely impaired and encouraged activities to promote their physical, mental and social development

Planned curriculum and prepared lessons to meet individual needs of students.

Provided pre-exam testing to access level of student performance Founder and President, LAROchemicals, Toronto, ON 2007-2010

Founder of this chemical synthesis and consulting firm, specializing in development of novel radiopharmaceutical tracers and synthesis of existing active pharmaceutical ingredients (API)

Company also provided services to polymer industry providing novel synthetic pathways to produce the desired polymer properties, reproducibly from batch to batch

Designed and synthesized potential API using computer based dynamic molecular and structural design

Consulting activities surrounding method development for purification of API (including but not exclusively: HPLC, LC, recrystallization)

Deliverables included: synthesized API with accompanying MSDS, NMR (1D and 2D) (1H, 13C, 19F), MS, X-ray crystallography data; HPLC (reverse and normal phase) programing parameters for purification of novel API, and radiopharmaceutical tracers; potential radiopharmaceuticals and APIs with accompanying synthesis pathway.

Ensured timely delivery of API with purity range >97% to >99.8%

Participated in the testing of radiopharmaceutical tracers in animal models P a g e 2

40 Newgreen Cres, Brampton, ON L6S 4Y1 Tel: 647-***-**** Email: ********@*****.*** Senior Scientist and Project Manager, Interface Biologics, Toronto, ON 2004-2009

Project leader responsible for developing drug eluting polymer formulations for medical applications

Oversee pre-clinical studies (development of pre-clinical protocols, oversee pre-clinical studies, prepared study report, presentation to upper management and investors pre-clinical study outcomes)

Responsible for recruiting, orienting, training and supervising staff

Oversight of all aspects of staff performance; performance evaluation, progressive discipline, mediation of staff disputes and grievance procedures in accordance with state and federal laws.

Leadership in the setting and achieving of strategic and organizational goals and timelines (ensured the time points were met ensuring project is within organizations budget)

Established training programs for staff in regard to all aspects of workplace performance and professional development according to GMP, GLP, and ISO regulations.

Primary inventor on six patents

Prepare Interim reports and documentation for regulatory submissions Postdoctoral Fellow, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON 2002-2004

Designed and synthesized inhibitors for anti-biotic modifying enzymes

Implemented Dynamic Combinatorial chemistry in the above efforts

Cloned, expressed and purified enzymes

Conducted research, interpreted data, edited dissertations, presented seminars and prepared manuscripts for publication Industrial Scientist, INH Technologies/MDS Proteomics, Calgary, AB 2000-2002

Managed the modification of sorbent materials for application to frontal affinity chromatography technology

Developed bio-analytical methods to aid in the evaluation of surface/protein interactions with drug-like molecules

Organized a number of collaborative efforts between MDS Proteomics and chemical companies for both solution and surface chemistries

Synthesized pharmaceutically relevant compounds and there derivatives and attached to sorbent material for chemical proteomics program

Provided guidance, to acquiring company, for the procurement of chemical facility and outsourcing companies in the greater Boston area to provide a seamless transition during senior management transfer Graduate Research Assistant, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON 1995-2000

Conducted research, interpreted data, edited dissertations, presented seminars and prepared manuscripts. Supervised ten personnel at varying times during my graduate career.

Supervised undergraduate students in there laboratory component of organic chemistry and biochemistry and analytical chemistry courses-provided instruction for performance of individual laboratory objectives and write up; graded students laboratory write up.

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON 1994-1995

Conducted research, interpreted data, edited dissertations, presented seminars and prepared a manuscript. Supervised twenty personnel in a laboratory setting

Supervised undergraduate students in there laboratory component of organic chemistry courses-provided instruction for performance of individual laboratory objectives and write up; graded students laboratory write up. Laboratory Technician (QA/QC), Beatrice Foods Canada Ltd., Brampton, ON 1993-1995

Worked independently (night shift) in a busy industrial laboratory

Analyzed dairy products and mixes before full production

Handled all laboratory duties, including equipment maintenance and quality control. P a g e 3

40 Newgreen Cres, Brampton, ON L6S 4Y1 Tel: 647-***-**** Email: ********@*****.*** VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Health Quality Innovation Collaborative, Sanjeev Goel, Brampton, ON 2015

Greet patients and take personal histories, perform examinations, order laboratory tests, x-rays and other diagnostic procedures

Evaluate patients’ physical and mental health; refer patients to specialists where appropriate

Prescribe and administer medications and treatments

Perform routine surgery, such as primary closure techniques (suturing), and removal of foreign objects

Provide prenatal (up to 28 wks) and postnatal care

Perform skin cancer checks as required -Advise patients about strategies for maintaining optimal health, including disease and accident prevention

North Peel Family Health Team, Dr. Hubert Manning, Brampton, ON 2015

Greet patients and take personal histories, perform examinations, order laboratory tests, x-rays and other diagnostic procedures -Evaluate patients’ physical and mental health; refer patients to specialists where appropriate

Prescribe and administer medications and treatments

Perform routine surgery, such as primary closure techniques (suturing), and removal of foreign objects

Provide prenatal (up to 28 wks) and post-natal care Perform skin cancer checks as required

Advise patients about strategies for maintaining optimal health, including disease and accident prevention -Completed patient notes outlining relevant HPI, physical examination procedures, assessment and plan for each patient encounter Organization of Latin American Students, Portsmouth, Dominica 2010-2011

Helped organize various events in medical school to engage student body in healthcare matters as they relate to the Hispanic community

Salybia Mission Project, Portsmouth, Dominica 2010-2011

Helped organize several fundraising events and volunteered at various clinics, providing medical care to the indigenous population of Dominica

EDUCATION

Ross University School of Medicine, Portsmouth, Dominica Doctor of Medicine

McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada

Postdoctoral Fellowship, Department of Biochemistry, Developing Inhibitors for Antibiotic Modifying Enzymes McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada

Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry

University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Chemistry

SKILLS/ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Skilled at managing research and educational activities at targeted institutions with industry leaders and other key decision makers. Responsible for identifying and communicating key clinical and research issues from industry leaders to appropriate departments to help shape company research, development, marketing plans, and strategies. Provide strategic planning and implementation of project plan for scientific development and product realization. Skilled at managing product development, in-vitro and in-vivo pre-clinical and clinical investigations. This includes being versed in project management tools such as Microsoft project. Skilled at presenting scientific and clinical information to healthcare professionals and organizations, as well as supporting publications and medical communication activities. Capable of supporting and facilitating medical communications and publications.

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