Helen Thackray
About Helen Thackray
Helen Thackray is a board-certified pediatrician and Chief Research & Development Officer with extensive experience in clinical development, particularly in rare diseases and oncology.
Chief Research & Development Officer
Helen Thackray currently holds the position of Chief Research & Development Officer. In her role, she oversees the research and development activities, guiding the strategic plans for innovative medical solutions. Her responsibilities include steering significant projects from conception through clinical trials to eventual market introduction.
Previous Roles at GlycoMimetics, Inc.
Helen Thackray formerly served as Chief Medical Officer and Senior Vice President of Clinical Development at GlycoMimetics, Inc. During her tenure, she led multiple orphan product, fast-track, and breakthrough therapy programs focused on rare diseases and oncology. Her leadership in these programs played a crucial role in advancing GlycoMimetics' clinical initiatives.
Education and Medical Training
Helen Thackray holds a B.S. in Biological Sciences from Stanford University, followed by an M.D. from the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. She completed her pediatric residency and chief residency at the Children's National Medical Center and trained in medical genetics at the National Human Genome Research Institute at the National Institutes of Health. Thackray is a board-certified pediatrician and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Academic Roles and Contributions
Since 2000, Helen Thackray has been serving on the faculty of the Children's National Medical Center and the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. In her academic role, she engages in teaching and mentoring medical students, fostering the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Research and Publications
Helen Thackray has authored more than 60 peer-reviewed articles and presentations, contributing significantly to her fields of expertise. Her research work is well-recognized, providing valuable insights into pediatric medicine, medical genetics, and rare diseases. Through her publications, she has advanced medical knowledge and clinical practices.