Genevieve Gaucher
About Genevieve Gaucher
Genevieve Gaucher serves as the Director of Preclinical Development at Inversago Pharma, where she oversees preclinical evaluations and toxicology studies. She has extensive experience in drug development and pharmacy, holding a Ph.D. in Drug Delivery from Université de Montréal.
Work at Inversago Pharma
Genevieve Gaucher serves as the Director of Preclinical Development at Inversago Pharma since 2018. In this role, she oversees the coordination of activities related to the preclinical evaluation and toxicology studies of lead compounds. Her responsibilities include drafting and ensuring the proper execution of study protocols for drug substance stability, method development, and validation. Additionally, she coordinates activities for drug product development and clinical evaluation, specifically for Phase 1 trials. Her work is essential in advancing the company's drug development initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Genevieve Gaucher holds a Ph.D. in Drug Delivery from Université de Montréal, where she studied from 2003 to 2009. She also completed a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy at Université Laval from 1998 to 2002. Furthermore, she participated in an Industrial Pharmacy Residency at Patheon in Toronto, Canada, from 2002 to 2003. Additionally, she achieved a Certificate in Industrial Pharmacy Residency from the University of Toronto during the same period. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in pharmaceutical sciences and drug delivery systems.
Previous Experience in Clinical Project Management
Before joining Inversago Pharma, Genevieve Gaucher worked as a Clinical Project Manager at gIcare Pharma Inc. from 2014 to 2015. In this role, she was involved in managing clinical projects, contributing to the development and execution of clinical trials. Her prior experience also includes working as a Pharmacist at Familiprix from 2013 to 2018, where she gained practical experience in pharmacy operations. Additionally, she served as an R&D Coordinator at Confab Laboratories from 2009 to 2013, further enhancing her expertise in research and development within the pharmaceutical industry.
Background in Drug Delivery and Nanotechnology
Genevieve Gaucher's academic focus includes drug delivery and nanotechnology, which she studied during her Ph.D. program at Université de Montréal. Her research in these areas has equipped her with specialized knowledge applicable to her current role in preclinical development. This background is significant in her responsibilities related to the development of drug products and the evaluation of their efficacy and safety in clinical settings.
Pharmacy Practice Experience
Genevieve Gaucher has extensive experience in pharmacy practice, having worked at Familiprix since 2013. Her role as a pharmacist involves managing drug product manufacturing operations in both non-GMP and cGMP facilities. This experience is complemented by her earlier work as a pharmacist, which has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical care and drug management.