Kathryn Francis Sherk
About Kathryn Francis Sherk
Kathryn Francis Sherk serves as the Associate Director of Program Management at CALYX since 2021, bringing extensive experience from her previous roles at Parexel, where she worked for over a decade in various project management positions.
Work at CALYX
Kathryn Francis Sherk has been serving as the Associate Director of Program Management at CALYX since 2021. In this role, she oversees various program management activities, ensuring that projects align with organizational goals and are executed efficiently. Her experience in program management contributes to the strategic direction of the company.
Professional Experience at Parexel
Prior to her current position, Kathryn worked at Parexel for a total of seven years in various roles. She began as an Imaging Research Associate from 2008 to 2010, then advanced to Project Manager from 2010 to 2017. Following this, she held the position of Senior Project Manager from 2017 to 2020, and briefly served as Associate Project Director from 2020 to 2021. Her diverse roles at Parexel equipped her with extensive project management skills.
Education and Expertise
Kathryn earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering from Boston University, where she studied from 2004 to 2008. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in engineering principles and biomedical applications, which she applies in her professional roles.
Career Progression
Kathryn's career has shown a clear progression in project management within the biomedical and clinical research sectors. Starting as an Imaging Research Associate, she quickly moved up the ranks at Parexel, gaining experience and responsibilities that culminated in her current role at CALYX. This trajectory reflects her commitment to professional growth and development in her field.