Gustavo De Paula, M.Sc., MBA
About Gustavo De Paula, M.Sc., MBA
Gustavo De Paula, M.Sc., MBA, is the Associate Director and Central Lab Alliance Lead at Bristol Myers Squibb in Lawrence Township, New Jersey, with extensive experience in clinical research and FDA regulatory processes.
Current Position at Bristol Myers Squibb
Gustavo De Paula currently holds the position of Associate Director and Central Lab Alliance Lead at Bristol Myers Squibb. Based in Lawrence Township, New Jersey, he plays a pivotal role in managing central laboratory operations and alliances. His work focuses on enhancing clinical trial coordination and ensuring compliance with FDA regulatory processes. His experience and leadership contribute to the success of Bristol Myers Squibb's clinical research and development initiatives.
Previous Roles at Covance
Prior to his current role, Gustavo De Paula spent several years at Covance in various capacities. From 2019 to 2020, he was a Strategic Alliance Associate, and before that, he served as Partnership Solutions Manager from 2017 to 2019, both positions based in Indianapolis, Indiana. He also worked as a Portfolio Manager from 2016 to 2017 and as a Study Design Lead from 2015 to 2016. His tenure at Covance began in 2012 as a Global Project Manager, a role he held for three years. At Covance, he developed extensive experience in clinical trial management, study design, and strategic partnerships.
Educational Background
Gustavo De Paula has a comprehensive educational background. He earned a Master of Science in Behavioral Neuroscience from Purdue University (2004-2007) and a Master of Business Administration in Management and Marketing from Indiana University - Kelley School of Business (2011-2014). He also holds an Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts/Chef Training from Ivy Tech Community College (2015-2018) and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (1998-2003). His diverse academic pursuits reflect a strong foundation in both scientific and business disciplines.
Research and Teaching Experience
Gustavo De Paula has vast experience in research and academia. He worked as a Research Scholar/Laboratory Manager at Purdue University from 2007 to 2011 and as a Graduate Research/Teaching Assistant from 2004 to 2009. Earlier, he was a Clinical Research Technician/Project Coordinator at Indiana University (2003-2004) and served as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis Department of Psychology in 2003. His research focuses on behavioral neuroscience, and he has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed publications.
Presentations and Publications
Throughout his career, Gustavo De Paula has delivered multiple presentations at international scientific conferences. His talks often focus on topics such as behavioral pharmacology and psychiatric co-morbidity. Additionally, he has published several peer-reviewed articles in the field of behavioral neuroscience, contributing valuable insights to the academic community. His publications and presentations have played a significant role in advancing understanding in his field.