Elizabeth Roberts
About Elizabeth Roberts
Elizabeth Roberts serves as the Global Head of Safety at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC, where she has worked since 2017. She holds a DVM from North Carolina State University and has extensive experience in clinical safety and regulatory affairs within the veterinary field.
Work at Dechra Pharmaceuticals
Elizabeth Roberts serves as the Global Head of Safety at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC, a position she has held since 2017. Based in Portland, Maine, she oversees safety protocols and regulatory compliance for veterinary products. Under her leadership, the company has successfully submitted and obtained approval for ten global products targeting various health issues in animals, including post-operative pain, inflammation, dermatology, and parasitic diseases in dogs, cats, and sheep.
Education and Expertise
Elizabeth Roberts earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine, completing her studies from 1992 to 1996. She also holds a PhD in Physiology & Nutrition from North Carolina State University, which she obtained from 1996 to 2000. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biology & Chemistry from St. Andrews Presbyterian College, studying from 1986 to 1990. Her educational background supports her expertise in veterinary safety and clinical affairs.
Background in Veterinary Safety
Prior to her current role, Elizabeth Roberts held various positions in the veterinary field. She worked at Novartis Animal Health as a Global Clinical Safety Manager from 2011 to 2015 and as a Veterinary Toxicologist from 2006 to 2009. She also served as the Interim International Project Leader and Clinical Safety Manager at Novartis Animal Health. Following her tenure there, she was the Director of Clinical & Regulatory Affairs at Nexvet Biopharma from 2015 to 2017.
Achievements in Veterinary Medicine
Elizabeth Roberts has a proven track record in veterinary safety, recognized for her first-pass approvals with accolades from the FDA-CVM. She has authored over 40 scientific publications, contributing to the body of knowledge in veterinary medicine. Her expertise is particularly noted in feline dermatology and veterinary biotherapeutics, where she is acknowledged as a technical lead. She actively participates in the veterinary community as an international speaker and lecturer in toxicology and clinical nutrition.