Suki Malhi
About Suki Malhi
Suki Malhi serves as the VP of Clinical Operations, Supply and Data Management at Wave Life Sciences, bringing over 20 years of experience in global drug development across various therapeutic areas. Previously, Malhi held leadership roles at several pharmaceutical companies, including Synageva BioPharma Corp., Genzyme Europe BV, and Takeda Pharmaceuticals.
Current Role at Wave Life Sciences
Suki Malhi serves as the Vice President of Clinical Operations, Supply and Data Management at Wave Life Sciences. She has held this position since 2023 in London, England. In this role, she oversees clinical operations and ensures that data management aligns with project timelines and regulatory requirements.
Previous Experience in Clinical Operations
Prior to her current role, Suki Malhi accumulated extensive experience in clinical operations across various organizations. She worked at Synageva BioPharma Corp. as Associate Director of Clinical Operations from 2011 to 2014. She also held positions at Genzyme Europe BV as Global Lead Clinical Quality Management and at Takeda Pharmaceuticals as Associate Director of Clinical Operations.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Suki Malhi has a strong educational foundation in biochemistry and pharmaceutical science. She studied at the University of Brighton, where she focused on Drug Targeting to the GI Tract and earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from 1989 to 1996. Her academic journey also includes a Ph.D. achieved from Brighton and London from 1985 to 1995.
Experience in Drug Development
With over 20 years of experience in global drug development, Suki Malhi has specialized in areas such as Orphan and Rare Diseases, Neuroscience, GI, Cardiovascular, Oncology, and Advanced Therapies. She has demonstrated the ability to manage clinical trial activities effectively within regulatory frameworks.
Leadership and Management Skills
Suki Malhi has a proven track record of leading cross-functional project teams and engaging with senior management in both Global Project Teams and Clinical Operation Team matrices. Her experience includes roles at Sage Therapeutics, BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc., and Zogenix, Inc., where she held various leadership positions in clinical operations.