Kendra Gulbronson
About Kendra Gulbronson
Kendra Gulbronson serves as the Senior Director of Clinical Operations at Beyond Air®, a position she has held since 2023. She has extensive experience in clinical research and operations, having worked in various leadership roles across multiple organizations, including Novartis, Merck, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, and VYNE Therapeutics.
Current Role at Beyond Air
Kendra Gulbronson serves as the Senior Director of Clinical Operations at Beyond Air®, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing clinical operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and managing clinical trial processes. Her focus includes mentorship and professional development of clinical operations teams, as well as leading initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Clinical Research
Kendra has extensive experience in clinical research, having held several significant positions prior to her current role. She worked at Novartis Consumer Health as Manager of Clinical Research from 1997 to 2002. Following this, she served as Associate Director of Operations at Merck from 2009 to 2011. She also held the position of Director of Clinical Operations at Dr. Reddy's Laboratories from 2013 to 2017 and was the Senior Director of Clinical Operations at VYNE Therapeutics Inc. from 2018 to 2022.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Kendra holds a Bachelor's degree in Biology and Spanish from Adelphi University. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Biology with a concentration in Business from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Additionally, she studied at Merck Research Labs, where she gained expertise in Lean Six Sigma methodologies and achieved a Yellow Belt certification.
Expertise in Clinical Operations
Kendra possesses strong knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), International Conference on Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, and regulatory requirements. She specializes in trial and program management, quality management, and process improvement. Her experience includes managing clinical trials across various therapeutic areas, including Dermatology, Neurology, and Oncology, and she is accountable for the development and training of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Clinical Operations.
Leadership and Process Improvement Initiatives
In her career, Kendra has directed clinical operations teams with a focus on mentorship and professional development. She has led process improvement initiatives aimed at streamlining clinical operations processes. Her expertise in Lean Six Sigma methodologies has contributed to enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of clinical trials under her management.