Amber Silva
About Amber Silva
Amber Silva serves as the Senior Director of Clinical Operations at Roivant Sciences, a position she has held since 2022. With extensive experience in clinical operations across several companies, she has previously worked at Vir Biotechnology and Gilead Sciences, among others.
Current Role at Roivant Sciences
Amber Silva serves as the Senior Director of Clinical Operations at Roivant Sciences, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she oversees clinical operations, ensuring the effective management and execution of clinical trials. Her responsibilities include coordinating various aspects of clinical studies, from planning to implementation, contributing to the advancement of innovative therapies.
Previous Experience in Clinical Operations
Prior to her current role, Amber Silva worked at Vir Biotechnology, Inc. as Associate Director of Clinical Operations from 2019 to 2021. She also held multiple positions at Gilead Sciences, including Sr. Clinical Trial Manager from 2017 to 2019, Clinical Program Manager for a brief period in 2019, and Sr. Clinical Trial Management Associate from 2012 to 2015. Her experience at Gilead Sciences spanned several roles, providing her with a comprehensive understanding of clinical trial management.
Experience at Alector
Amber Silva worked at Alector in two capacities. She served as Associate Director of Clinical Operations from 2021 to 2022 and briefly as Director of Clinical Operations in 2022 for six months. These roles involved overseeing clinical operations and contributing to the strategic direction of clinical trials.
Early Career at Roche and Gilead Sciences
Amber Silva began her career at Roche as a Research Associate from 2003 to 2006. She then joined Gilead Sciences, where she held various positions, including Sr. Research Associate II from 2006 to 2010 and Clinical Research Associate from 2010 to 2012. This early experience laid the foundation for her extensive career in clinical operations.
Education and Academic Background
Amber Silva earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Her educational background in molecular biology has equipped her with the scientific knowledge necessary for her roles in clinical operations and research.