David F. Cook
About David F. Cook
David F. Cook serves as the Executive Director of Scientific Operations at Neurelis, Inc. in San Diego, California, bringing extensive experience from previous roles in medical affairs and scientific communication across several pharmaceutical companies.
Work at Neurelis
David F. Cook has served as the Executive Director of Scientific Operations at Neurelis, Inc. since 2019. His role involves overseeing scientific initiatives and operations within the company, which is based in San Diego, California. Under his leadership, the scientific operations team focuses on advancing the company's mission in the pharmaceutical industry.
Education and Expertise
David F. Cook earned a Doctor of Philosophy degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago, completing his studies from 1994 to 2001. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Northeastern Illinois University, which he obtained between 1989 and 1992. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in scientific operations and medical affairs.
Professional Background
David F. Cook has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, having held various positions in medical affairs and scientific communication. Prior to his current role, he worked at Kite Pharma, Inc. as Senior Director of Medical Information from 2016 to 2019. He also held positions at Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, Ipsen, Novartis, and AstraZeneca, contributing to his comprehensive knowledge in medical science and operations.
Previous Positions and Roles
Before joining Neurelis, David F. Cook worked at multiple organizations in significant roles. He was the Director of Global Medical Information and Scientific Communication at Spectrum Pharmaceuticals for nine months in 2015-2016 and served as Associate Director of Medical Affairs - Oncology and Hematology from 2013 to 2015. His earlier experience includes roles at Ipsen, Novartis, and AstraZeneca, where he developed his skills in medical science liaison and scientific direction.