Duane Rudisill
About Duane Rudisill
Duane Rudisill is the Director of Chemical Development at Bristol Myers Squibb, with extensive experience in GMP manufacturing and global leadership in CMC activities.
Current Title and Role
Duane Rudisill is currently serving as the Director of Chemical Development at Bristol Myers Squibb. He works remotely from San Diego, California, in the United States. In his role, he manages and oversees chemical development projects and processes, focusing on ensuring the delivery of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) within tight deadlines.
Past Professional Experience
Before his current role, Duane Rudisill was the Director of Chemical Development at Mirati Therapeutics for three years, from 2021 to 2024, in San Diego, California. He previously worked at Myovant Sciences, Inc. as a Senior Scientist from 2018 to 2021 in Brisbane, CA. Duane also held the position of Group Leader at Ash Stevens Inc from 2011 to 2018. His career includes being an Assistant Director at sanofi-aventis from 2009 to 2011.
Educational Background
Duane Rudisill holds a Ph.D. in Organometallic Chemistry from UC Irvine, which he earned between 1982 and 1987. He completed a post-doctoral fellowship in Synthetic Organic Chemistry at Colorado State University from 1987 to 1988. He earned his BA in Chemistry from UC San Diego, graduating in 1982.
Expertise and Skills
Duane Rudisill has extensive experience in GMP manufacturing intended for clinical studies. He has managed the synthetic strategy for various development targets and coordinated efforts with Drug Safety on genotoxic impurities (GTIs). His proven leadership in Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) activities is complemented by his experience in mentoring and training future CMC leaders. He has demonstrated effectiveness in leading diverse cultural teams.
Key Projects and Leadership
Throughout his career, Duane Rudisill has worked closely with project teams to ensure an adequate supply of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) to meet tight timelines. His role has involved coordinating with multiple departments to streamline chemical development processes and ensure compliance with safety standards. His leadership skills are reflected in his mentorship capabilities and his involvement in selecting curriculum for training future leaders in the field.