Robert J. Ternansky
About Robert J. Ternansky
Robert J. Ternansky serves as the Senior Director of Translational Chemistry at Travere Therapeutics and has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including roles at Eli Lilly and Attenuon, LLC. He also lectures at the University of California San Diego and has made significant contributions to drug development and innovation.
Work at Travere Therapeutics
Robert J. Ternansky has served as Senior Director of Translational Chemistry at Travere Therapeutics since 2018. In this role, he focuses on advancing the company's drug development pipeline through his expertise in chemistry. His work involves overseeing the translation of scientific research into viable therapeutic candidates, contributing to the company's mission of delivering innovative treatments.
Education and Expertise
Robert J. Ternansky holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from John Carroll University, a PhD in Organic Chemistry from The Ohio State University, and completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Chemistry at Stanford University. His extensive educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in pharmaceutical chemistry and drug development.
Background
Ternansky has a diverse professional background in the pharmaceutical industry. He worked as a Research Scientist at Eli Lilly for nine years and held positions at La Jolla Pharmaceutical Company and Attenuon, LLC, where he served as Senior Vice President of Chemistry. His experience spans various roles that emphasize research, development, and team leadership.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Robert J. Ternansky has made significant contributions to the pharmaceutical field. He has advanced six pre-clinical candidates into Phase I clinical trials and holds 31 issued US patents. His leadership in building R&D teams and managing international outsourcing has led to improved efficiency and cost savings in research and development activities.
Teaching Role at University of California San Diego
In addition to his industry roles, Robert J. Ternansky has been a Lecturer in the Department of Chemistry/Biochemistry at the University of California San Diego since 2002. His teaching role allows him to share his extensive knowledge and experience with students, contributing to the education of future scientists in the field.