Bret Kelso
About Bret Kelso
Bret Kelso is a Senior Manager of Medical Training at Travere Therapeutics, with extensive experience in medical affairs and education in the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. He has held various leadership roles, including positions at Gan & Lee Pharmaceuticals and Biotech Primer, and has a strong background in translating complex scientific concepts into educational materials.
Work at Travere Therapeutics
Bret Kelso currently serves as the Senior Manager of Medical Training at Travere Therapeutics. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the development and implementation of medical training programs within the organization. His role focuses on enhancing the educational resources available to medical professionals in the pharmaceutical sector. The San Diego Metropolitan Area serves as the base for his operations.
Previous Experience in Pharmaceuticals
Before joining Travere Therapeutics, Bret Kelso worked at Gan & Lee Pharmaceuticals, USA Corporation as the Senior Manager of Medical Excellence and Strategy from 2021 to 2022. His experience also includes a tenure at Shire, where he held multiple roles including Therapeutic Area Lead and Associate Director in Global Medical Affairs Learning and Development. His positions at Shire spanned from 2015 to 2017, providing him with extensive knowledge in medical affairs and training.
Educational Background
Bret Kelso holds a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical/Medical Engineering from Saint Louis University. He further pursued advanced studies at Arizona State University, where he earned a Doctor of Philosophy in Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering. His educational background supports his expertise in translating complex scientific concepts into effective educational materials.
Teaching and Academic Roles
Bret Kelso has experience in academia, having served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Phoenix from 2012 to 2013. He also worked as a Lecturer and Program Coordinator at Carroll University, where he was involved in engineering education from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, he held a position as Visiting Instructional Staff in Physics at Carroll University for a brief period in 2012.
Expertise in Medical Training and Development
Bret Kelso possesses cross-functional experience in both medical affairs and commercial teams within the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. He has a proven ability to create engaging educational materials, including e-learnings, transcripts, and slide decks. His track record includes becoming a subject matter expert in various therapeutic areas, enhancing his effectiveness in medical training and development.