Luis "Louie" Paredes
About Luis "Louie" Paredes
Luis 'Louie' Paredes serves as the Director of Clinical R&D Project Management at OPKO Health, Inc., where he focuses on operations and the integration of AI and VR in life sciences. He has extensive experience in supply chain management and clinical trials across various therapeutic areas, supported by a strong educational background in business administration and project management.
Work at OPKO Health
Luis Paredes currently serves as the Director of Clinical R&D Project Management at OPKO Health, Inc., a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he oversees operations related to clinical research and development, focusing on optimizing processes and governance from Phase I to IV of clinical trials. His responsibilities include collaborating with various global partners across functions such as Medical, Clinical, Commercial, and Quality Assurance to ensure alignment and the application of best practices in clinical project management.
Education and Expertise
Luis Paredes has an extensive educational background. He studied Business Administration and Management at Barry University, where he was a BA candidate from 1995 to 2019. He also holds an Associate's Degree in Engineering from Miami Dade College. Paredes has pursued various certifications, including Clinical Trials Studies from FDA Certifications and Project Management from the Project Management Institute. His expertise includes managing clinical trials across multiple therapeutic areas, such as Oncology, Respiratory, and Central Nervous System.
Background in Supply Chain Management
Before joining OPKO Health, Luis Paredes gained significant experience in supply chain management. He worked as a Supply Chain Manager at LSG Sky Chefs, PL Development Pharmaceuticals, Procter & Gamble, Teva Pharmaceuticals, Moll Industries, and Zeiss Vision Inc. His roles involved overseeing supply chain operations and optimizing processes, which contributed to his understanding of operational efficiency in the life sciences sector.
Achievements in Clinical Operations
Luis Paredes has led initiatives focused on the optimization and governance of clinical organization processes. He advocates for a learning organization mindset by developing dashboards and measuring key performance indicators (KPIs) to enhance clinical trial deliverables. His passion for integrating AI and VR in life sciences reflects his commitment to digital disruption and the use of big data in clinical project management.
Professional Development and Certifications
Luis Paredes has committed to continuous professional development throughout his career. He has achieved various certifications from organizations such as PMI, VEEVA, APICS, and NAPM, focusing on Project and Operations Management. Additionally, he has pursued training in Medical Affairs at Teva Medical Academy since 2007, further enhancing his qualifications in the clinical and medical fields.