Alexandra Gunchenko
About Alexandra Gunchenko
Alexandra Gunchenko is the Vice President, Head of Clinical Sciences Early Clinical Development - Heme/Onc & Cell Therapy at Bristol Myers Squibb in Summit, New Jersey, with over 20 years of experience in clinical research and development.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Alexandra Gunchenko is currently serving as the Vice President, Head of Clinical Sciences Early Clinical Development for Hematology/Oncology & Cell Therapy at Bristol Myers Squibb. She is based in Summit, New Jersey, United States. In this role, she oversees the early clinical development strategies and operations for hematology, oncology, and cell therapy therapies.
Previous Experience at Bristol Myers Squibb
Prior to her current role, Alexandra Gunchenko worked as the Executive Director and Head of Hematology Clinical Research Scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb from 2019 to 2021. During her tenure in Princeton, New Jersey, she led critical clinical research initiatives in the field of hematology.
Career at Celgene
Alexandra Gunchenko spent six years at Celgene, from 2013 to 2019, serving as the Senior Director and TA Lead Clinical Research Scientist for Hematology/Oncology. She played a significant role in the clinical development of hematology and oncology therapies, contributing to the advancement of these critical medical treatments.
Professional Experience at Merck
From 2005 to 2013, Alexandra Gunchenko worked as an Associate Director in the Clinical Scientist Organization at Merck. Over her eight-year tenure, she gained extensive experience in clinical research, significantly contributing to the pharmaceutical industry's understanding and development of new treatments.
Early Career and Nursing Background
Alexandra Gunchenko began her career as a Senior Clinical Trials Manager at Genta, Incorporated from 2001 to 2005. She also worked as an Oncology Nurse at Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals between 1994 and 2000. These roles provided her with a strong clinical practice foundation, which she has effectively transitioned into leadership roles in clinical research and development.
Educational Background and Certifications
Alexandra Gunchenko holds a BSN in Registered Nursing from Thomas Jefferson University, completed from 1992 to 1994. She furthered her education at Georgetown University, where she obtained a Professional Coaching Certification in Executive/Leadership Coaching in 2018. Her educational background in nursing and leadership coaching supports her comprehensive approach to clinical sciences.