Liz Wilkening
About Liz Wilkening
Liz Wilkening serves as the Director of Clinical Operations at Travere Therapeutics, where she has worked since 2023. She has extensive experience in managing clinical studies across various phases and has held multiple roles within the company since 2018.
Current Role at Travere Therapeutics
Liz Wilkening currently serves as the Director of Clinical Operations at Travere Therapeutics, a position she has held since 2023. Based in the San Diego Metropolitan Area, she oversees clinical operations and ensures the effective execution of clinical studies. Her role includes the creation and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and working instructions, which are essential for maintaining compliance and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Travere Therapeutics
Prior to her current role, Liz Wilkening held several positions at Travere Therapeutics. She worked as an Associate Director from 2020 to 2023, and as a Senior Manager in Clinical Operations from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, she served as a Manager in Clinical Operations for 8 months in 2018. Throughout her tenure, she contributed to the management of clinical studies and vendor selection.
Education and Academic Background
Liz Wilkening studied at Arizona State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Psychology from 2002 to 2006. She furthered her education at UC San Diego, attending from 2008 to 2010. This academic background has provided her with a strong foundation for her career in clinical operations.
Clinical Operations Expertise
Liz Wilkening possesses extensive experience in managing clinical studies across various phases, including Phase 1, 2a, 2b, 3, and 4. Her responsibilities include developing training materials for Clinical Research Associates (CRAs) and study sites, as well as conducting co-monitoring and site compliance visits to ensure adherence to study protocols. This expertise is critical for the successful execution of clinical trials.