Puja Khanna, Ph.D.
About Puja Khanna, Ph.D.
Puja Khanna, Ph.D., is a Manager of Clinical Development at Lucence in Singapore, where she has worked since 2020. She has extensive experience in clinical research and oncology, having previously held positions at Singapore General Hospital, the Genome Institute of Singapore, and Biotech Connection Singapore.
Current Role at Lucence Health
Puja Khanna, Ph.D., serves as the Manager of Clinical Development at Lucence Health, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for initiating and managing clinical trials, particularly in the field of oncology. Her work involves acquiring administrative approval for clinical studies and overseeing the maintenance of confidential patient clinical data. Khanna's expertise in clinical development is instrumental in advancing Lucence's mission in precision medicine.
Previous Experience in Clinical Research
Prior to her current role, Khanna accumulated extensive experience in clinical research. She worked at the Genome Institute of Singapore as a Research Fellow from 2018 to 2020. Before that, she was a Graduate Researcher at Singapore General Hospital from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, she held the position of Events Lead at Biotech Connection Singapore from 2016 to 2020, where she developed strong relationships with healthcare professionals through scientific discussions.
Educational Background
Puja Khanna obtained her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from the National University of Singapore's Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, completing her studies from 2014 to 2018. She also holds a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biotechnology from Vellore Institute of Technology, where she studied from 2011 to 2013. Earlier, she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Life Science from St. Xavier's College, completing her degree from 2008 to 2011.
Research and Development Initiatives
Throughout her career, Khanna has been involved in significant research and development initiatives. She has designed and performed experiments that enhance the understanding of the molecular basis of cancer. Her experience includes managing clinical trials across the Asia-Pacific region and the United States, focusing on oncology. This work reflects her commitment to advancing cancer research and improving patient outcomes.
Early Career and Trainee Positions
Khanna began her career with various trainee positions that laid the foundation for her expertise in clinical research. She served as a Project Trainee at Reliance Life Sciences in 2011 and at the Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer in 2013. Additionally, she was a Summer Fellow at Tata Institute of Fundamental Research in 2012. These roles provided her with valuable experience in the healthcare and research sectors.