Clark Bird, PhD, MBA
About Clark Bird, PhD, MBA
Clark Bird, PhD, MBA, serves as the Principal Investigator in Neuroscience at Inotiv since 2021. He has extensive experience in research and development, having previously held positions at The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center and earned degrees in Biomedical Sciences and Business Administration.
Work at Inotiv
Clark Bird serves as Principal Investigator in Neuroscience at Inotiv, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for developing and executing protocols for internal validation studies and sponsored preclinical studies. His work focuses on ensuring that scientifically valid results are delivered within budget and time constraints. Additionally, he collaborates with a diverse team, including team leads, other principal investigators, scientists, pathologists, and analysts/technicians, to achieve project goals.
Previous Roles at The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center
Prior to his current role, Clark Bird worked at The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center in various capacities. He served as Associate Scientist 2 from 2016 to 2021 and as Senior Research Scientist II for five months in 2021. Additionally, he was a Graduate Student/Research Assistant from 2007 to 2012 and a Post-Doctoral Research Associate from 2012 to 2016. His experience at this institution contributed to his expertise in neuroscience and research methodologies.
Education and Expertise
Clark Bird holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biomedical Sciences with a focus on Neurosciences from The University of New Mexico School of Medicine, where he studied from 2007 to 2012. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from The University of New Mexico from 2018 to 2021. His undergraduate education includes a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Molecular, Cellular, Developmental Biology and Psychology from the University of Colorado at Boulder, completed from 2001 to 2005.
Research and Development Initiatives
In his professional capacity, Clark Bird promotes solutions, innovations, and new technologies to internal stakeholders. He identifies bottlenecks or unknowns in research processes, facilitating improvements and advancements in project execution. His collaborative approach and focus on research integrity contribute to the successful outcomes of the projects he oversees.