Sonia Romero
About Sonia Romero
Sonia Romero serves as the Director of Clinical Trial Management at Prothena Corporation plc, where she has worked since 2023. With extensive experience in clinical trial management, she has held various roles at notable companies, including PTC Therapeutics and Novo Nordisk, and possesses strong skills in protocol development and team dynamics.
Work at Prothena
Sonia Romero has been serving as the Director of Clinical Trial Management at Prothena Corporation plc since 2023. In this role, she oversees clinical trial operations, ensuring the effective management of clinical studies. Her responsibilities include leading cross-functional teams and managing relationships with contract research organizations (CROs) and vendors. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Clinical Trial Liaison (Consultant) at Prothena for three months in 2022, where she contributed to the company's clinical trial initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Sonia Romero earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from The College of New Jersey, completing her studies from 1998 to 2003. She possesses expertise in clinical trial management, with a focus on process improvement and training. Her skills include protocol and clinical study report (CSR) development writing. Additionally, she utilizes the Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument (HBDI) to enhance team dynamics and productivity.
Background
Sonia Romero has a diverse background in clinical operations, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. She began her career as an In-House Clinical Research Associate at Sanofi from 2010 to 2013. She then held positions at Covance, Galderma, and PTC Therapeutics, where she progressed through roles including Clinical Program Scientist, Associate Director of Clinical Operations, and Clinical Operations Lead. Her experience spans managing clinical trials in areas such as rare diseases and healthy volunteer studies.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Sonia Romero has demonstrated a strong ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage clinical trials effectively. She has a proven track record in recruitment and retention strategies, particularly in site engagement. Her extensive experience includes overseeing clinical studies across various therapeutic areas, which highlights her capability in the field of clinical trial management.