Gabriela Márquez
About Gabriela Márquez
Gabriela Márquez serves as the Jefe de Validaciones at PharmaCielo in Colombia, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a degree in Chemistry and a specialization in Quality Assurance, with extensive experience in quality management and validation processes in the pharmaceutical industry.
Work at PharmaCielo
Gabriela Márquez serves as Jefe de Validaciones at PharmaCielo, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for validation and metrology activities, ensuring compliance with the Validation Master Plan strategy. She leads the Validation Committee, focusing on adherence to Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) to maintain product quality. Gabriela also participates in root cause investigations and develops corrective and preventive action plans (CAPAs). Her work supports the continuous improvement of the company's quality management system in alignment with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
Education and Expertise
Gabriela Márquez completed her undergraduate studies at Universidad Central de Venezuela, earning a Licenciada en Química with a focus on Mención Básica from 2004 to 2011. She furthered her education by specializing in Quality Assurance in the pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetic industries, obtaining a degree in this field from 2012 to 2016. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in chemical sciences and quality assurance practices, which she applies in her current role at PharmaCielo.
Background
Gabriela Márquez began her academic journey at U.E.E.H 'Luisa Amalia Vegas de Vegas,' where she earned her Bachiller en Ciencias from 1999 to 2004. Following her undergraduate studies, she gained practical experience in various roles within the quality assurance sector. Prior to joining PharmaCielo, she worked as a Quality Assurance Specialist at NatuEra SAS from 2019 to 2021 and as a Quality Consultant - Project Coordinator at QBD from 2018 to 2019. Her diverse experiences in the industry have equipped her with the skills necessary for her current responsibilities.
Achievements
In her role at PharmaCielo, Gabriela Márquez has made significant contributions to the company's quality assurance processes. She ensures compliance with metrological assurance programs, coordinating with external entities accredited by ONAC and overseeing internal calibrations. Her leadership in the Validation Committee and participation in the development of CAPAs demonstrate her commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and compliance within the organization.