Monika Anand, MD
About Monika Anand, MD
Monika Anand, MD, is a Manager at Kite Pharma with extensive experience in regulatory responsibilities, clinical trial management, and pharmacovigilance. She holds an M.D. from St. Petersburg Medical Academy and has worked in various prestigious institutions, contributing to clinical research across multiple therapeutic areas.
Work at Kite Pharma
Monika Anand has been serving as a Manager at Kite Pharma since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing regulatory responsibilities, which include interactions with the FDA, handling IRB submissions, and preparing annual reports. Her position requires a comprehensive understanding of clinical trial management and regulatory compliance.
Education and Expertise
Monika Anand earned her Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree from St. Petersburg Medical Academy. She possesses therapeutic experience across various fields, including infectious diseases, cardiology, oncology, respiratory, immunology, dermatology, ophthalmology, and endocrinology. Her educational background and diverse expertise enable her to contribute effectively to clinical research and regulatory processes.
Background in Clinical Research
Monika Anand has a solid background in clinical research, having worked in various capacities at notable institutions. She was a Clinical Research Consultant at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center for four months in 2012 and later served as a Regulatory and Clinical Research Specialist at The Mount Sinai Hospital from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, she held the position of Clinical Research Manager at The Mount Sinai Hospital from 2013 to 2014.
Experience in Regulatory Affairs
Anand has extensive experience in regulatory affairs, particularly in managing clinical trials across all phases, including Phase I, II, III, and IV. She has worked as a Safety Scientist in Pharmacovigilance at UBC - An Express Scripts Company from 2015 to 2019 and has expertise in writing medical summaries, narratives, and case comments for pharmacovigilance processes.
Publications and Contributions
Monika Anand has published as a first author in peer-reviewed journals, showcasing her contributions to clinical research. She has also played a significant role in the design and development of clinical protocols, demonstrating her ability to influence research methodologies and practices.