Gayle Fiji
About Gayle Fiji
Gayle Fiji serves as the Director of Clinical Operations at Calithera Biosciences, a position she has held since 2016. With a background in clinical operations and research, she has previously worked at Onyx Pharmaceuticals, LifeScan, and Abbott Vascular.
Work at Calithera Biosciences
Currently, Gayle Fiji serves as the Director of Clinical Operations at Calithera Biosciences, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she oversees clinical operations, ensuring that clinical trials are conducted efficiently and in compliance with regulatory standards. Her tenure at Calithera has spanned over eight years, during which she has contributed to the advancement of innovative therapies in the biotechnology sector. The company is based in South San Francisco, CA.
Previous Experience in Clinical Operations
Prior to her current role, Gayle Fiji worked at Onyx Pharmaceuticals as the Manager of Clinical Operations from 2012 to 2015. Her responsibilities included managing clinical trial processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Additionally, she served as an In-House Clinical Research Associate Consultant at Abbott Vascular for four months in 2011 and held the position of Clinical Research Associate at LifeScan, Inc. from 2008 to 2011, where she gained extensive experience in clinical research.
Internship Experience at LifeScan
In 2001, Gayle Fiji completed a Clinical Research Internship at LifeScan, where she gained foundational experience in clinical research methodologies. This internship lasted for three months and provided her with practical insights into the clinical research field, contributing to her professional development.
Educational Background in Biochemistry
Gayle Fiji earned her Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Biochemistry from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo. She attended the university from 1997 to 2001, where she developed a strong academic foundation in the sciences, which has supported her career in clinical operations and research.