John Gilday
About John Gilday
John Gilday is the Senior Director of API at KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc., where he has worked since 2024. He has extensive experience in pharmaceutical development, particularly in API manufacturing processes and technical stewardship, with previous roles at AstraZeneca and Avara Pharmaceutical Services.
Work at KalVista Pharmaceuticals
John Gilday currently serves as the Senior Director of API at KalVista Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a position he has held since 2024. His role is based in the Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom. Prior to this position, he worked at KalVista Pharmaceuticals as the API Director from 2019 to 2024. In these roles, he has contributed to the development and optimization of active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) processes, enhancing the overall efficiency of pharmaceutical production.
Experience at Avara Pharmaceutical Services
Before joining KalVista Pharmaceuticals, John Gilday worked at Avara Pharmaceutical Services as the Head of Chemistry and API Development from 2018 to 2019. In this capacity, he played a significant role in advancing chemistry and API development initiatives. His leadership in this position helped to streamline processes and improve the quality of pharmaceutical products.
Career at AstraZeneca
John Gilday has a substantial history with AstraZeneca, where he held multiple roles over a span of several years. He served as a Senior Team Manager from 2005 to 2010 and later as a Principal Scientist in Technical Stewardship from 2012 to 2017. His responsibilities included overseeing technical aspects of pharmaceutical development and managing teams to ensure project success. Additionally, he worked as a Programme Manager in Technical Stewardship from 2011 to 2012 and as a Team Manager from 1999 to 2005.
Education and Expertise
John Gilday holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Organic Chemistry from Imperial College London, where he studied from 1983 to 1986. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Organic Chemistry from the same institution from 1980 to 1983. His academic background is complemented by extensive experience in technical stewardship and program management within pharmaceutical development, particularly in API development.
Postdoctoral Research and Early Education
John Gilday began his academic career as a Post Doctoral Research Assistant at The Ohio State University from 1986 to 1988. Prior to his higher education, he attended The Blue School in Wells from 1973 to 1980. His foundational education and research experience have contributed to his extensive knowledge and skills in the pharmaceutical industry.