Carl North
About Carl North
Carl North is a Principal Scientist in Medicinal Chemistry at KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc., where he has worked since 2020. He has a strong background in drug discovery, particularly in anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory therapies, and has demonstrated leadership and communication skills throughout his career.
Work at KalVista Pharmaceuticals
Currently, Carl North serves as Principal Scientist in Medicinal Chemistry at KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a position he has held since 2020. Prior to this role, he worked as Senior Scientist in Medicinal Chemistry at the same company for one year, starting in 2019. His contributions focus on anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory drug discovery, where he applies his expertise to drive advancements in these therapeutic areas.
Previous Experience in Medicinal Chemistry
Carl North has a diverse background in medicinal chemistry, having worked at several notable organizations. He was a Medicinal Chemist at Chroma Therapeutics from 2005 to 2012 and later joined Evotec as Senior Scientist - Discovery Chemistry from 2013 to 2019. His earlier roles include Research Chemist at Bioquell UK Ltd and Scientist 1 - Discovery Chemistry at Evotec, where he gained significant experience in drug discovery processes.
Education and Expertise
Carl North holds a Master of Chemistry (MChem Hons) degree from the University of Warwick, where he studied from 2001 to 2005. His foundational education includes A-levels in Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics from The Henry Box School. He specializes in anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory drug discovery and has expertise in Chroma's ESM technology, enhancing his contributions to medicinal chemistry.
Leadership and Communication Skills
Carl North has demonstrated leadership skills by nurturing new talent in his previous roles at Chroma and Evotec. He possesses extensive presentation experience, effectively communicating with senior company directors, multi-disciplinary colleagues, and clients. His ability to organize Society of Chemical Industry (SCI) conferences and internal seminars showcases his strong event planning skills.
Innovation in Medicinal Chemistry
Carl North has a proven track record of innovation and problem-solving in medicinal chemistry projects. He utilizes lean six sigma methodologies to enhance laboratory management and efficiency, contributing to significant advancements in drug discovery. His work emphasizes a commitment to improving processes and outcomes in the field of medicinal chemistry.