James A. Fishback
About James A. Fishback
James A. Fishback is a Senior Director of Toxicology at Fulcrum Therapeutics, with extensive experience in pharmacology and toxicology across various companies. He has held senior roles at Ovid Therapeutics and Mylan, and has a strong academic background with degrees in Chemistry and Pharmacology.
Current Role at Fulcrum Therapeutics
James A. Fishback serves as the Senior Director of Toxicology at Fulcrum Therapeutics. He has held this position since 2022 and is based in the New York City Metropolitan Area. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing toxicology assessments and ensuring the safety of therapeutic candidates throughout the development process.
Previous Experience at Ovid Therapeutics
Before joining Fulcrum Therapeutics, James A. Fishback worked at Ovid Therapeutics as the Senior Director of Nonclinical Safety Assessment from 2019 to 2022. During his three years in this role, he contributed to the evaluation of nonclinical safety for various drug candidates in the Greater New York City Area.
Consulting Experience
From 2017 to 2019, James A. Fishback operated as an Independent Consultant specializing in Pharmacology and Toxicology. His consulting work was based in Potomac, Maryland, where he provided expertise and guidance on toxicological assessments and pharmacological evaluations.
Educational Background in Pharmacology and Chemistry
James A. Fishback holds a PhD in Pharmaceutical and Pharmacological Sciences from West Virginia University, which he completed from 2008 to 2011. He also earned a Master of Science in Pharmacology from the University of Mississippi between 2005 and 2008. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from James Madison University.
Career History at Mylan and Gilead Sciences
James A. Fishback has a notable career history that includes working at Mylan as a Pharmacology - Toxicology specialist from 2013 to 2017 in Morgantown, West Virginia. Prior to that, he spent eight years at Gilead Sciences in a research role from 1988 to 1996 in Foster City, California.