Suzanne Ostrander
About Suzanne Ostrander
Suzanne Ostrander serves as the VP and Head of Clinical Operations & Data Management at Prothena Corporation plc, where she focuses on enhancing operational effectiveness and fostering collaboration across diverse teams. With extensive experience in clinical operations and strategic planning, she has held key positions at several prominent organizations, including Forest Research Institute, Intra-Cellular Therapies, and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals.
Work at Prothena
Suzanne Ostrander serves as the Vice President and Head of Clinical Operations & Data Management at Prothena Corporation plc. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's strategic goals in clinical operations. Ostrander is involved in Prothena's partnership with Walgreens, which aims to enhance patient identification and improve access and recruitment for clinical trials. Her role encompasses overseeing clinical operations and managing data to ensure effective execution of clinical programs.
Previous Experience in Clinical Operations
Prior to her current role, Suzanne Ostrander held various leadership positions in clinical operations across several organizations. She worked at Intra-Cellular Therapies as Head of Clinical Operations from 2019 to 2021. Before that, she was at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in Vendor Relationship Management from 2014 to 2015. Her tenure at Forest Research Institute, Inc. included roles as Director of Global Clinical Trial Planning and Director of Global Monitoring Operations, where she spent a total of five years.
Education and Expertise
Suzanne Ostrander earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Global Business from Rutgers University - Newark, completing her studies from 2011 to 2013. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Chemistry from the University of Louisville. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in clinical operations and data management, enabling her to develop and execute strategic plans that enhance operational effectiveness.
Leadership in Contract Research Organizations
Ostrander has significant experience directing Contract Research Organizations (CROs) and managing multinational clinical trial sites. Her leadership roles have included directing regional monitoring at Ingenix Pharmaceutical Services and serving as Head of Study Leaders at Roche. This experience has equipped her with the skills necessary to build rapport with diverse groups and cross-functional teams, leveraging her communication skills and cultural awareness.
Career Timeline
Suzanne Ostrander's career spans over two decades in the clinical operations field. She began her career at Forest Research Institute, Inc. as Associate Director of Field Operations from 2001 to 2008. After that, she held several roles, including Director of Global Monitoring Operations and Director of Global Clinical Trial Planning at the same organization. Her career also includes positions at United Neuroscience and Intra-Cellular Therapies, showcasing her progressive advancement in the industry.