Barbara Avitabile
About Barbara Avitabile
Barbara Avitabile is a Senior Application Scientist with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, having worked at GlaxoSmithKline and Charles River Laboratories. She has held various roles in research and application science since completing her studies at Università degli Studi di Ferrara.
Current Role at Dotmatics
Barbara Avitabile serves as a Senior Application Scientist at Dotmatics, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she focuses on providing scientific expertise and support for the development and implementation of software solutions that enhance research productivity. Her background in chemistry and informatics contributes to her effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience at GlaxoSmithKline
Barbara Avitabile worked at GlaxoSmithKline for a total of 14 years, from 2003 to 2017. During her tenure, she held two significant roles: first as a chemist and later as a Marie Curie postdoctoral research fellow from 2003 to 2006. Her work contributed to various projects within the company, leveraging her expertise in chemistry.
Experience at Argenta Discovery
Barbara Avitabile was employed at Argenta Discovery as a Research Chemist from 2005 to 2017. In this role, she engaged in research activities that supported drug discovery efforts. Her contributions in this position were integral to the advancement of various projects within the organization.
Role at Charles River Laboratories
From 2017 to 2020, Barbara Avitabile worked as a Technical Specialist in Discovery Informatics at Charles River Laboratories in Harlow, Essex, United Kingdom. In this capacity, she provided technical support and expertise in informatics, facilitating the integration of scientific data and enhancing research workflows.
Educational Background
Barbara Avitabile completed her secondary education at Liceo Classico 'V. Lanza' in Foggia, achieving Licenza Classica from 1988 to 1993. She then pursued higher education at Università degli Studi di Ferrara from 1994 to 2001, where she obtained her degree, furthering her knowledge in the field of chemistry.