Richard Clemence
About Richard Clemence
Richard Clemence serves as the Head of Global Clinical at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in veterinary pharmaceutical development, particularly in parasitology and tropical animal science, and has held various leadership roles at Pfizer prior to his current position.
Current Role at Dechra Pharmaceuticals
Richard Clemence serves as the Head of Global Clinical at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC since 2019. In this role, he leads the Global Clinical and Biometrics team, which includes members based in both Europe and the USA. His responsibilities involve overseeing clinical development strategies and ensuring the successful registration of veterinary pharmaceuticals. He is also a member of the Dechra Product Development Leadership team, focusing on advancing the R&D portfolio for global product registrations.
Previous Experience at Pfizer
Before joining Dechra Pharmaceuticals, Richard Clemence held various positions at Pfizer from 1996 to 2011. He began as a Clinical Research Investigator and progressed to Clinical Team Leader, then served as Director of the R&D Market Support Team for Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa. He also worked as Director of the Parasitology Therapeutic Area from 2006 to 2009. His tenure at Pfizer spanned over 15 years, where he contributed to multiple projects in the pharmaceutical industry.
Education and Expertise
Richard Clemence has a strong academic background from the University of Edinburgh School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 1978 to 1982, followed by a Master of Science from 1983 to 1984, and a Doctor of Philosophy from 1992 to 1996. His educational focus has equipped him with specialized knowledge in veterinary pharmaceutical development and registration, particularly in parasitology and tropical animal science.
Experience in Animal Development
Richard Clemence has over 10 years of experience in animal development, particularly in developing countries. His work spans both temperate and tropical regions, where he has applied his expertise in veterinary pharmaceuticals. His experience includes leading teams and managing projects that focus on the development and registration of veterinary products.
Role at Dechra Pharmaceuticals as Senior Product Development Manager
Prior to his current position, Richard Clemence worked as a Senior Product Development Manager at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC for 9 months in 2018 to 2019. In this role, he contributed to the development of veterinary products, leveraging his extensive background in clinical research and product registration.