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Ashish Charles is currently working as Director - Statistical Programming, Clinical Data Operations, at Novartis Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. Hyderabad. He has over 17 years’ experience in the Pharma industry, leading and managing large teams across the globe, and leading analysis and reporting of clinical trials across various therapeutic/disease areas. He holds a master’s degree in Computer Applications from Bangalore University. Ashish has been associated with IASCT in various roles since a decade, and has been instrumental in leading and organizing IASCT events across various locations within India. Until recently, Ashish served as the Secretary of IASCT. Ashish currently serves as the President of IASCT. He is very passionate about the clinical industry and latest developments in medical science. On a personal front, Ashish loves to read and is fond of music.
Email: president@iasct.net
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Pooja Shinde (Senior Manager Global Biometric Account Lead) currently works for Global Biometrics Oversight group in Parexel and responsible for strategically leading and managing client partnership(s) within Global Data Operations (GDO) to ensure Parexel delivers quality projects to its clients and achieves agreed operational targets. Also, she is the Vice President of the Indian Association for Statistics in Clinical Trials (IASCT). She completed PGDBM from NMIMS, MSc in Clinical Research from SMU and holds a Graduate certificate in Neurorehabilitation from Brunel University. She has been an active participant at many industrial events like IASCT, ConSPIC, SCDM, PhUSE SDE, etc. She is a member of Indian Association of Physiotherapist (IAP) and likes travelling and sports.
Email:vicepresident@iasct.net
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Expert Practice Leader in Clinical Data Services with extensive experience in building, scaling and leading delivery capability centres in the US and India. Experienced in establishing CRO services delivery infrastructures (centers of delivery excellence) from scratch and led various infrastructure initiatives including QMS and key support functions.
Currently in a senior management role with both functional and business responsibilities overseeing the setup, leadership, culture and strategic direction of the practice to drive growth and revenue in alignment with the company's goals. Possesses strong business acumen and developed expertise in integrated marketing, sales, PMO, RMG, sales operations, finance, talent acquisition and HR.
Experienced in diverse clinical therapeutic areas, including Oncology, Neurology, Gastrointestinal, Dermatology, Vaccine, Urology, Muscular-Skeletal, Cardiovascular, Infectious Diseases, Alzheimer’s Disease, and Public Health Crisis Studies like COVID-19 interventions. Hands-on experience in delivering key submissions throughout the lifecycle of programming deliverables like DMC, IA, CSR, SCS, RMP, PSUR, DSUR.
With 19 years of industry experience in Life Sciences including 14 years managing major business accounts, contracts, and sponsors and 12 years leading clinical business groups/units (Clinical Data Services, Biometrics, Statistical Programming). Reported to the CEO/CXO for 12 years and to the VP - Global Head for 7 years.
Holds a Master’s in Computer Applications (MCA) and a Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Development (PGDHRD) from PSG CAS, Coimbatore. Also completed the Executive Education Programme at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Bangalore. Known for a strong work ethic and values in the workplace with a reputation for building high-performing and inclusive organizations, business units, teams and structures.
Email: secretary@iasct.net
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PS Jagannatha is currently Part-time Statistics Consultant, in Eurofins-Optimed Clinical Research.He holds a Master's degree in Statistics from Bangalore University, India. He has 30+ years of experience as a Statistician with Technical Knowledge. Prior to joining Eurofins, he was with Glaxo Smithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd for the period of 17 years. He was with the National Tuberculosis Institute, Min. of H&FW, Government of India for a period of 18yrs before Joining GSK. He has co-authored several publications in the reputed journal during his career, was involved in conducting biostatistics workshops for industry colleagues and students and presented at various professional conferences. He is a founder member of IASCT and has been actively involved with all IASCT activities for over 15 years. He started off as the event committee chair for 2 years and for 10 years has held the position of Treasurer. He is passionate about IASCT and likes to interact with colleagues across the Industry.ConSPIC means to me: Invigorating, both intellectually and emotionally and it provides a wealth of practical strategies/methods. A good platform to meet Industry friends and upcoming young statisticians and Programmers
Email: treasurer@iasct.net
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Rashmi G Jain is a Statistician and has more than 15+ years of experience in the field of Biostatistics. Currently, she is a Statistical Specialist for Biostatistics team in Novo Nordisk Bangalore. She has been driving various non-interventional study activities, clinical trials, and exploratory analysis of data across different disease areas. Rashmi post-graduated with a Statistics degree in 2010 from Pune University. Actively involved in external outreach programs. Presented in Phuse, CDISC, IASCT, ConSPIC and ISCR conferences. She is eager to indorse strategic innovation and experimentation among statisticians. She has a pharma experience by working with GSK vaccines and Novo Nordisk. She likes travelling and cooking.
Email:events@iasct.net
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Sucharita serves as the Lead Data Scientist at Novo Nordisk, with more than ten years of experience in the clinical field. Her role encompasses data analysis, system development, and she actively engages in both mentoring and learning in the development of applications using open-source technologies and PowerApps. She has a strong interest in digitalization. Beyond her professional commitments, Sucharita dedicates her time to volunteering for PHUSE in India and has a keen interest in writing poetry and engaging in social activities.
Email:admin@iasct.net
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Surendra Yajamanam is currently Director, Programming in the Department of Biostatistics (India) in GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Sri Krishnadevaraya University, India. Surendra is associated with clinical programming for 20+ years with a broad range of experience across various therapeutic areas and is SME in clinical domain. He is passionate about innovation and played significant role in various efficiency improvement initiatives in GSK. He is associated with IASCT over a decade and is currently serving IASCT as President. Surendra is highly committed about clinical research growth in India and actively involved in various professional activities as chair of conferences and presented in various professional forums. ConSPIC means to me: A learning feast with lots of fun, vibrant ambience, and fabulous occasion to meet friends
Email:surendra.2.yajamanam@gsk.com
