John F. Wood
About John F. Wood
John F. Wood serves as the Vice President of Regulatory Affairs at Travere Therapeutics, bringing extensive experience from previous roles in regulatory affairs at various biotechnology companies. He has a background in volunteer work with organizations like the North Shore Girls Softball League and JDRF, alongside a solid educational foundation in Biology from UC San Diego.
Current Role at Travere Therapeutics
John F. Wood serves as the Vice President of Regulatory Affairs at Travere Therapeutics. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's regulatory strategies and compliance efforts in San Diego, California. His role involves overseeing regulatory submissions and ensuring adherence to industry standards.
Previous Experience at Tocagen Inc.
Prior to his current role, John F. Wood worked at Tocagen Inc. from 2016 to 2020. He initially served as Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Quality, and later as Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Quality. His tenure at Tocagen included a focus on regulatory processes and quality assurance in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Regulatory Affairs Expertise
John F. Wood has extensive experience in regulatory affairs, having held various leadership positions in the field. He worked at Amylin Pharmaceuticals for six years as Executive Director of Regulatory Affairs and later as Executive Director and Exenatide Alliance Leader. His background also includes roles at Quintiles, Inc. and Arena Pharmaceuticals, where he further developed his expertise in regulatory compliance.
Educational Background
John F. Wood studied at UC San Diego, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology. His academic journey spanned from 1986 to 1991, providing him with a solid foundation in the biological sciences that supports his career in regulatory affairs.
Volunteer Involvement
In addition to his professional commitments, John F. Wood has been actively involved in volunteer work. He served as a Board of Directors member for the North Shore Girls Softball League from 2010 to 2020 and for JDRF from 1998 to 2013. His volunteer efforts reflect a commitment to community engagement and support.