Sandi Block
About Sandi Block
Sandi Block is a Sr. Global Trial Manager at Bristol Myers Squibb with extensive experience in clinical trial management and research, having previously worked at MyoKardia, Portola Pharmaceuticals, and Genoptix Medical Laboratory.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Sandi Block serves as a Sr. Global Trial Manager at Bristol Myers Squibb. Since November 2020, she has been leading global clinical trials, bringing extensive experience and proficiency to the role. Her responsibilities include managing and overseeing clinical trial operations across various regions, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve trial objectives.
Previous Experience at MyoKardia
Before joining Bristol Myers Squibb, Sandi worked at MyoKardia in several capacities. In 2020, she held the position of Clinical Trial Lead for two months and prior to that, she was a Clinical Trial Manager (Consultant) from 2019 to 2020. During her 14-month tenure, she contributed significantly to the company’s clinical research efforts, focusing on the management and execution of clinical trials.
Clinical Research at Portola Pharmaceuticals
Sandi Block accumulated over three years of experience in clinical research and trial management at Portola Pharmaceuticals. From 2018 to 2019, she worked as a Clinical Trial Manager. Prior to that, she was a Sr. Clinical Research Associate from 2017 to 2018 and a Clinical Research Associate from 2015 to 2017 in South San Francisco, CA. Her roles involved coordinating clinical trials, ensuring regulatory compliance, and facilitating effective communication among trial stakeholders.
Early Career at Genoptix Medical Laboratory
Sandi began her career in clinical research at Genoptix Medical Laboratory, a Novartis Company. In 2013, she undertook multiple intern roles including BioPharma Project Coordinator, Clinical Trial Associate Intern, and Clinical Study Assistant Intern in Carlsbad, California. These initial positions helped her build a solid foundation in clinical trial processes and project coordination.
Educational Background
Sandi Block attained her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Biology/Biological Sciences from the University of Southern California from 2010 to 2013. Prior to this, she studied at Santa Clara University where she also pursued Biology/Biological Sciences, General, achieving her B.A. from 2008 to 2010. This educational background provided her with a strong knowledge base in biological sciences, essential for her subsequent career in clinical research and trial management.