Ulysses Diva
About Ulysses Diva
Ulysses Diva serves as the Vice President of Biometrics at Travere Therapeutics, where he has been instrumental in building the Biometrics department and contributing to statistical planning for rare diseases. He has extensive experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, having held key positions at AstraZeneca, Ardea Biosciences, and Bristol-Myers Squibb.
Work at Travere Therapeutics
Ulysses Diva serves as the Vice President of Biometrics at Travere Therapeutics, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for statistical planning and execution for various rare diseases, including FSGS, IgAN, and homocystinuria. He has played a key role in building the Biometrics department from the ground up, focusing on assembling a team with complementary skill sets. Additionally, he is involved in business development and in-licensing support, as well as the selection and oversight of third-party service providers.
Previous Experience at AstraZeneca
Before joining Travere Therapeutics, Ulysses Diva worked at AstraZeneca as a Global Product Statistician from 2012 to 2016. During his four years in Gaithersburg, MD, he contributed to various statistical projects that supported the development of pharmaceutical products. His experience at AstraZeneca provided him with a strong foundation in the biopharmaceutical industry.
Role at Ardea Biosciences
Ulysses Diva held the position of Senior Director at Ardea Biosciences, Inc., a member of the AstraZeneca Group, from 2016 to 2018. In this role, he further developed his expertise in statistical analysis and project management within the biopharmaceutical sector. His tenure at Ardea Biosciences allowed him to enhance his skills in overseeing statistical operations and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Experience at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Ulysses Diva worked as a Principal Statistician at Bristol-Myers Squibb Co from 2006 to 2012. Over the course of six years, he was involved in various statistical analyses that supported drug development initiatives. His experience at Bristol-Myers Squibb contributed to his comprehensive understanding of regulatory interactions and the publication process in the biopharmaceutical industry.
Education and Expertise
Ulysses Diva holds a PhD in Statistics from the University of Connecticut. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Statistics from the University of the Philippines Los Baños. His educational background provides him with a strong analytical foundation, which he applies in his current role and throughout his career in the biopharmaceutical industry.