Erik Hansen
About Erik Hansen
Erik Hansen is an Associate Manager in Clinical at KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc., with a PhD in Population Health Sciences from the University of Utah. He has extensive experience in clinical operations and management, having previously held various positions at PRA Health Sciences and the University of Utah.
Work at KalVista Pharmaceuticals
Erik Hansen serves as the Associate Manager, Clinical at KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc. since 2020. His role involves overseeing clinical operations and ensuring the effective management of clinical studies. KalVista Pharmaceuticals is located in Salt Lake City, Utah, where Hansen has contributed to the company's clinical research initiatives for four years.
Education and Expertise
Erik Hansen holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Population Health Sciences - Health Systems from the University of Utah, which he completed from 2018 to 2022. He also earned a Master's degree in Public Policy from the same institution, studying from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry from the University of Utah, completing his undergraduate studies from 2009 to 2013.
Background in Clinical Research
Prior to his current position, Erik Hansen worked at PRA Health Sciences in various roles. He served as a Clinical Study Manager from 2014 to 2018, managing clinical studies and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. He then became the Manager of Clinical Operations from 2018 to 2020, overseeing operational aspects of clinical trials. Hansen's experience also includes a role in Quality Assurance at PRA Health Sciences from 2013 to 2014.
Teaching and Research Experience
Erik Hansen has academic experience as a Teaching Assistant in Organic Chemistry at the University of Utah from 2011 to 2012. He also worked as a Physiology and Database Manager in the Psychology Lab at the University of Utah from 2011 to 2015, where he was involved in research related to personality, emotions, brain, and behavior. Additionally, he served as a Clinical Research Coordinator at CRI Lifetree from 2010 to 2013.