Amanda May (Davis), Ph.D, MBA
About Amanda May (Davis), Ph.D, MBA
Amanda May (Davis), Ph.D, MBA, is a Project Manager II at Locus Biosciences, Inc. with extensive experience in project management and research across various organizations in the biotechnology and education sectors.
Work at Locus Biosciences
Amanda May serves as Project Manager II at Locus Biosciences, Inc. since 2021. In this role, she organizes and drives cross-departmental projects that span the drug development pipeline. Amanda develops detailed task lists and work effort assessments, along with short and long-term resource allocation plans, incorporating input from key players and team members. She leads the development of activities and timelines to ensure proper integration and alignment of projects across Research and Development (R&D), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) Manufacturing, and Clinical Operations units. Additionally, she collaborates with functional representatives to identify project risks and formulate action and resolution plans.
Previous Experience at Almac Group
Prior to her current position, Amanda worked as a Research Project Manager at Almac Group from 2017 to 2019 in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area. During her tenure, she managed research projects, ensuring that they met established timelines and objectives. This role provided her with valuable experience in project management within the life sciences sector.
Education and Expertise
Amanda May holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Cancer Biology from Wake Forest University Graduate School, which she completed from 2010 to 2017. She also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Wake Forest University School of Business between 2014 and 2016. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Animal Science with a focus on Genetics from North Carolina State University from 2006 to 2010. Her academic background equips her with a strong foundation in both scientific research and business management.
Career Background
Amanda has a diverse career background that includes roles in both education and scientific research. She worked as a Graduate Research Associate at Wake Forest University School of Medicine from 2010 to 2017, contributing to significant research initiatives. Additionally, she served as an Independent Contract Editor for AJE - American Journal Experts from 2017 to 2019. Earlier in her career, she was a Teacher Assistant and provided Administrative Support at Sylvan Learning Center for eight months in 2008. Most recently, she has been employed as a Customer Associate at Anthropologie since 2019.
Project Management Skills
In her project management roles, Amanda May has demonstrated strong organizational and leadership skills. She provides direction and oversight to cross-functional project teams, which include internal stakeholders and third-party vendors. Her ability to anticipate and identify project risks, along with her experience in developing action and resolution plans, has been crucial in driving project success across various organizations.