Afua O Nyako
About Afua O Nyako
Afua O Nyako is a Senior Clinical Research Manager at Sight Sciences, Inc., where she has worked since 2021. She has extensive experience in clinical research, having previously held positions at Abbott Medical Optics and Astex Pharmaceuticals.
Work at Sight Sciences
Afua O Nyako has been serving as the Senior Clinical Research Manager at Sight Sciences, Inc. since 2021. In this role, she oversees clinical research initiatives and contributes to the development of innovative medical products. Her experience at Sight Sciences includes a previous position as Clinical Research Manager from 2019 to 2021, where she managed clinical trials and ensured compliance with regulatory standards.
Previous Experience in Clinical Research
Before her tenure at Sight Sciences, Afua O Nyako worked at Abbott Medical Optics. She held the position of Clinical Research Associate II (CRA II) from 2012 to 2015 and later advanced to Senior Clinical Research Associate (Sr. CRA) from 2015 to 2017. Her responsibilities included monitoring clinical trials and ensuring adherence to protocols. Additionally, she gained experience as a Clinical Operations Intern at Astex Pharmaceuticals for three months in 2011.
Educational Background
Afua O Nyako holds a Master of Science (MS) in Medical Products Development Management from San Jose State University, which she completed from 2010 to 2012. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biological Science with a minor in Chemistry from the same university between 2005 and 2007. Earlier, she obtained an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Gavilan College.
Internship Experience
Afua O Nyako completed a research internship at the University of California, Santa Cruz. This experience provided her with foundational skills in research methodologies and clinical operations, contributing to her professional development in the field of clinical research.