Fiona (Farquhar) Zarins
About Fiona (Farquhar) Zarins
Fiona (Farquhar) Zarins is a Clinical Scientist and Senior Manager at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals, with a background in nursing and clinical practice. She has held various roles in healthcare and pharmaceuticals, including positions as a Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse at notable institutions.
Current Role at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals
Fiona Zarins currently serves as a Clinical Scientist, Senior Manager at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals. She has held this position since 2022 in Waltham, Massachusetts. In her role, she is responsible for overseeing clinical research initiatives and contributing to the development of therapeutic strategies. Her extensive background in nursing and clinical practice informs her approach to managing clinical projects.
Previous Experience at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals
Prior to her current role, Fiona Zarins worked at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals as a Clinical Scientist, Manager from 2021 to 2022. During this year, she focused on clinical development processes and collaborated with cross-functional teams to advance the company's research objectives. Her experience in this role laid the groundwork for her current senior management position.
Experience at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Fiona Zarins worked as a Nurse Practitioner at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute from 2017 to 2018. During her nine-month tenure in the Greater Boston Area, she provided specialized care to oncology patients, contributing to their treatment plans and overall patient management. This experience enhanced her clinical skills in a leading cancer research and treatment facility.
Education and Expertise
Fiona Zarins holds a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from Fairfield University, where she studied from 2010 to 2014. She furthered her education at the MGH Institute of Health Professions, earning a Master of Science in Nursing with a focus on Adult-Geriatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, she participated in a study abroad program at the National University of Ireland, Galway in 2013, which enriched her nursing education.
Nursing Experience at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Fiona Zarins has significant nursing experience, having worked at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. She served as a Nurse Practitioner from 2018 to 2021, where she provided comprehensive care to patients. Prior to this role, she worked as a Registered Nurse in Inpatient Oncology and Outpatient Infusion from 2015 to 2017, gaining valuable experience in oncology nursing.