Laura Cooke
About Laura Cooke
Laura Cooke is a Chemical and Regulatory Specialist based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, with a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from University College Cork. She has extensive experience in quality control and regulatory compliance, having previously worked at GE Healthcare and currently managing submissions and documentation at Semios.
Work at Semios
Laura Cooke has been employed at Semios as a Chemical and Regulatory Specialist since 2020. In this role, she interprets and approves products based on laboratory results while addressing quality issues related to chemical products. She collaborates with internal teams and external consultants to gather necessary data for regulatory submissions. Additionally, she manages a comprehensive database that includes active submissions, registered products, and regulatory documentation. Her responsibilities also encompass maintaining quality control documentation, which involves batch control and raw material quality reviews in conjunction with the research lab and suppliers.
Education and Expertise
Laura Cooke earned her Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from University College Cork, where she studied from 2012 to 2016. She furthered her education by obtaining a Diploma in Project Management from Alison in 2020. Her academic background provides her with a solid foundation in chemical analysis and regulatory compliance. She utilizes analytical chemistry tools such as Gas Chromatography and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance to investigate new chemical products and formulations, showcasing her expertise in the field.
Background
Laura Cooke completed her secondary education at Sacred Heart Secondary School in Clonakilty from 2006 to 2012. Following her studies, she began her professional career as a QC Analyst at GE Healthcare, where she worked from 2015 to 2020. During her five years at GE Healthcare, she gained valuable experience in quality control processes and laboratory investigations, which contributed to her current role at Semios.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Laura Cooke has developed skills in training and upskilling colleagues, conducting audits, and performing laboratory investigations. She is responsible for maintaining the product renewal calendar, ensuring it reflects changes in the regulatory landscape. Her role requires a keen understanding of quality control and regulatory requirements, which she applies to her work at Semios.