Experience

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  CollPlant

  • Israel

  • VP Research and Development

    • Nov 2022 - Present
    • Israel

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  Neuroderm

  • Israel
  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
  • 100 - 200 Employee

  • Head of pharmaceutical research

    • Aug 2017 - Nov 2022

    Leading the formulation, chemistry and analytical teams.Formulation developmentAnalytical SupportChemistry SupportWorking with CMOsTech transfer to CMC

  • Chemistry Specialist- CMC and formulation support

    • Jan 2017 - Aug 2017

    My role focuses on chemistry support. Working with the local formulation team, supporting CMC with working with external CRO/CMO's. Working with analytical team to develop methods and studies. Supporting ND to success

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  Waters Corporation

  • Analytical and biopharma applications support

    • Apr 2011 - Jan 2017

    Waters designs, manufactures, sells and services ultra performance liquid chromatography (UPLC), high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), chromatography columns and chemistry products , mass spectrometry (MS) systems and software solutionsMy role in Waters focuses on the following:• High Performance Liquid Chromatography - HPLC UHPLC and UPLC – Empower software• Method development, support and troubleshooting of various applications• HPLC, application development and software training for individuals and teams.• Instrumental consulting• Working with Israel top Pharma and Biopharma companies R&D and QC• Regulatory and Compliance and 21 CFR part 11 on Empower• Conference organization

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  Foamix Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: FOMX)

  • Israel
  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
  • 1 - 100 Employee

  • Analytical lab manager

    • Sep 2008 - Mar 2011

    • Method development and troubleshooting (USP/EP) for unique pharmaceutical platforms topical and cosmetic formulation.• CMC, Stability testing, Method validation and SOP writing• Managing R&D and QC• HPLC UPLC expertise (Agilent, Waters)• Audit support – FDA and local authorities• Working with external CMOs and CROs

  • Senior Project manager: managing a team of development scientists

    • Sep 2008 - Mar 2011

    • Leading a project from development to clinical trials• Multitasking several projects and plans.• Drafting program plans, budgeting and timelines• Collaboration with leading pharma companies• Supporting clinical studies – submission to local IRB committees, protocol and CMC writing.• Development of unique pharmaceutical platforms – topical, oral and vaginal foams, ointments and lotions.

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  Beckman Coulter

  • United States
  • Medical Equipment Manufacturing
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Group Supervisor

    • Feb 2005 - May 2008

    Managing a team of 10-15 development scientists• Establishing budget and resources management• Drafting program plans and development projects

  • Staff Development Scientist (project manager)

    • Jan 2005 - May 2008

    Project leader: managing 15 technicians and scientists during the process development of 3 unique projects. • Working closely with Manufacturing to transfer products• Presenting data and research findings at departmental meetings and to upper management.• Representing development in a core team of Marketing, Regulatory, MFG, Clinicals• Assisting in FDA submissions and reviewing Clinical data Assay developer: development of immunoassays for the “Access” family platforms. • Independently designing and implementing experimental strategies utilizing skills in analytical chemistry and biochemistry. • Optimization and troubleshooting of current products. • Orienting and training new staff.

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  Harlan Laboratories, Inc.

  • Research analytical Chemist

    • Jan 2001 - Jan 2002

    Developed and implemented methods for separation, stability evaluation and kinetic studies of pharmaceutical peptides and small molecules using HPLC-PDA and MS. Kinetic studies and stability assessment were carried out using a variety of parameters e.g. temperature, pH, solvent and storage effects etc

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  The Hebrew University

  • Teaching assistant

    • Jan 2000 - Jan 2002

    Undergraduate Organic Chemistry class. Undergraduate Analytical Chemistry laboratory.Planned courses, coordinated materials, conducted lab sessions and graded lab reports and exams.

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  Biomedicom LTD

  • Organic Chemist

    • Jan 2000 - Jan 2001

    Designed and synthesized antibacterial peptides and multiple peptide libraries using Solid Phase Peptide Synthesis for inflammatory uses. The libraries were screened by high-trough-put screening assays and the data obtained was employed for design and synthesis of 2nd and 3rd generation libraries.Developed analysis and purification methods for HPLC.

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  the Medical Corps

  • Lieutenant

    • Jan 1995 - Jan 1997

    Specialized in analysis, separation and quantification of drugs and medications from biological fluids by using a variety of methods, including RIA, HPLC, EMIT and GC-MS.

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  Hebrew University

  • Research assistant

    • Jan 1994 - Jan 1995

    Investigated capture of catalytic organometalic compounds in sol-gel matrix.Performed multi-step organic synthesis.