Maria Mapungwana
About Maria Mapungwana
Maria Mapungwana is an Associate Clinical Project Manager at Evelo Biosciences, where she has worked since 2021. She has previous experience at ICON plc and GSK, and holds an MSc in Medical Biotechnology from the University of Portsmouth and a BS in Pharmacology from the University of Kent.
Work at Evelo Biosciences
Maria Mapungwana has been employed at Evelo Biosciences as an Associate Clinical Project Manager since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing clinical projects and ensuring they align with regulatory requirements and company standards. Her position involves coordinating with various stakeholders and managing project timelines to facilitate successful clinical trials.
Previous Experience at ICON plc
Prior to her current role, Maria worked at ICON plc as a Global Clinical Trial Assistant (CTA) from 2018 to 2019. During her tenure in Eastleigh, Hampshire, United Kingdom, she supported clinical trial operations and contributed to the management of clinical data. This experience provided her with a solid foundation in clinical trial processes.
Experience at GSK
Maria Mapungwana has held multiple positions at GlaxoSmithKline (GSK). She served as a Clinical Development Manager for six months in 2021, where she was involved in the planning and execution of clinical studies. Prior to that, she worked as a Clinical Development Associate from 2019 to 2020 in Cambridge, United Kingdom, supporting clinical development activities and project management.
Education and Expertise
Maria holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Medical Biotechnology from the University of Portsmouth, which she completed from 2017 to 2018. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Pharmacology from the University of Kent, where she studied from 2014 to 2017. Her educational background provides her with a strong understanding of the scientific principles underlying clinical research and development.