Our expert staff have extensive and varied experience in clinical research
Our Clinical Trial Coordinators have experience across a variety of therapeutic areas ranging from Phase I-IV trials. They are familiar with a large number of EDC systems, and have completed IATA Dangerous Goods, IV cannulation and Advanced Life Support training. We also employ pharmacists and other health care professionals to assist with our trials where required.
Director
Professor Evelin Tiralongo
Evelin is a German trained pharmacist with dual 色情网站n and German registrations, and a PhD in biochemistry. She has over 20 years’ of experience in pharmaceutical research in 色情网站 and Germany and has been a principal and sub-investigator on research grant and commercially funded clinical trials for more than a decade.
Management team
Operations Manager
Elisabeth Kolarich, MSc
Elisabeth completed her degree in Food Science and Biotechnology and has more than 20 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical and clinical trials industry. Initially working in quality-focused roles, Elisabeth ensured compliance to country specific requirements, auditing and implementing quality systems in various industry leadership roles in Austria, Germany and 色情网站. Since 2022, Elisabeth is in the role of the Operations Manager and has a comprehensive understanding of the entire study life cycle starting from feasibility to trial completion to the highest quality standards.
Business Manager
Dr Claire Williams, PhD
Claire completed a MSc in Neuroscience, a PhD in Neuropharmacology and has more than 10 years of clinical and pre-clinical research experience. Claire has worked extensively in clinical trial coordination and management of Phase I-IV trials in various therapeutic areas in the UK and 色情网站, developing strong industry partnerships and business acumen. Claire has a passion for translational research and is driven to find meaningful, applicable results that directly benefit human health.
Business Manager
Emilia Zakar, BCom
Emilia offers more than 20 years of experience in clinical research, including 12 years of leadership and management roles in Clinical, Quality and outsourcing services across the Asia Pacific. She has managed multi-compound client portfolios as a Quality Lead and Outsourcing Manager in Asia Pacific and has worked across all major therapeutic areas in Phase I-IV clinical trials. Emilia is passionate about delivering clinical trials with the highest standards to ultimately offer new treatments to patients.
Clinical Research Nurse Manager
Tracey Brumby, BN RN
Tracey has over 10 years’ experience in Phase I-III clinical trials, and over 25 years’ experience as a registered nurse, specialising in Cardiology. Her research experience has included coordination of interventional cardiac device studies, drug trials including oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous and intravenous routes, along with registries. Tracey is passionate about patient advocacy and the positive impacts of research.
Clinical trial coordinators
Clinical Trial Coordinator/Clinical Research Nurse
Taryn Houghton, BN RN
Taryn has a Bachelor of Nursing with over 13 years’ experience as an Emergency Nurse. Her skills in critical thinking have helped her manage her responsibilities in team leader positions. Taryn’s research coordination experience includes a diverse range of studies for both chronic diseases and healthy volunteers.
Clinical Trial Coordinator/Clinical Research Nurse
Haewon Park, BN RN
Haewon completed a Bachelor of Nursing and Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing in New Zealand. She has more than 11 years of experience in Phase I-III (cancer and blood) clinical trials, Oncology and Orthopaedic nursing. Haewon is passionate about research studies and patient care.
Clinical Trial Coordinator/Clinical Research Nurse
Jessica Todd, BN RN
Jessica has been practicing as a Registered Nurse for more than 10 years, with a primary background in Acute Medicine. She has over 3 years’ experience in Phase II-III trials based in Glasgow, specialising in Alzheimer’s Disease. Jessica values the time she spends with her patients and is passionate about contributing to research.
Clinical Trial Coordinator/Clinical Research Nurse
Natalie Locklock, BN RN
Natalie is a Registered Nurse with more than 15 years experience in cardiology, bariatric case management, and clinical trials. She has coordinated Phase I–III oncology and haematology studies, ensuring regulatory compliance, patient safety, and data integrity. Her commitment to patient care and health education remains at the heart of everything Natalie does in her practice.
Clinical Trial Coordinator/Clinical Research Nurse
Hannah Smith, BN RN
Hannah holds a Bachelor of Nursing from New Zealand and is a qualified Registered Nurse with experience from both New Zealand and 色情网站. She has worked extensively in acute surgical and acute medical settings, developing strong clinical expertise. Hannah is passionate about research and is committed to contributing to clinical trials that advance patient care and improve health outcomes.
Senior Clinical Trial Coordinator
Subaat Khan, MIPC, BBiomedSci (Hons)
Subaat holds a Master of Infection Prevention and Control and has completed a Bachelor of Biomedical Science with Honours degree. She has more than 7 years experience coordinating pharma-sponsored and investigator-initiated trials. She has experience in financial and contractual tasks, as well as laboratory and clinical experience. Additionally, she has authored and co-authored several research papers.
Clinical Trial Coordinator
Ting Yu, PhD
With a PhD in Microbiology, Ting brings extensive research experience in environmental toxicology and molecular microbiology. Over the past two years, Ting has expanded her expertise into clinical research, gaining valuable skills in study setup, participant recruitment, and independent project management, particularly in Phase I trials.
Clinical Trial Coordinator/Business Support
Jessie Kane, BSc
Jessie completed a Bachelor of Biomedical Science and has worked in clinical trials for more than 3 years across New Zealand and 色情网站. Jessie has experience in coordinating Phase I-II clinical trials, conducting study start up activities and participant recruitment.
Clinical Trial Assistant
Khushi Rathod, BSc
Khushi holds a Bachelor of Biomedical Science and brings hands-on experience across diverse areas including respiratory and sleep testing, phlebotomy, and a broad range of laboratory techniques. As a Clinical Trial Assistant, Khushi supports high-quality research and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the smooth and efficient execution of clinical trials.
Clinical trial administration and support
Quality Assurance Officer
Freya Souter, BASc
Freya completed a Bachelor of Applied Science and has more than 30 years’ experience in Quality Assurance obtained from working in laboratories and industries including pathology and research across pharmaceutics, cosmetics and food. Freya has more than 12 years’ experience in Sydney and Adelaide based Phase I trial sites covering multiple therapeutic areas.
Operations Support Officer
Jules Newman, BExSc, BEd (Biology)
Jules also holds a Master of Environment (Education for Sustainability). She has previously worked supporting Health Technical Services and Office for Research (Ethics) roles. Jules enjoys working in research related roles and is especially passionate about the function of nutrition in health and medicines developed from natural sources.
Communications Officer
Mala Patel, BCom
Mala completed a Bachelor of Commerce and Administration degree and has been working in marketing and communications for more than 20 years. Originally from New Zealand, Mala has experience in research, education and patient-support roles in Sydney, London, and the Gold Coast. Mala enjoys working in an industry that facilitates innovations in healthcare.
Administration Support Officer
Jane Kim, BComm
Jane has completed a Bachelor of Commerce and has more than 3 years’ experience in medical administration/reception. Jane finds it rewarding to be part of a team that makes a difference in patient outcomes through innovative clinical trials and research.
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