Nandini Gooly Gopalla
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Projects & Acting Officer-in- Charge
Mauritius Institute of Biotechnology Ltd (MIBL)
12.2023 - Current
- Lead and manage the MIBL
- Devise national strategies in the field of marine biotechnology, medical biotechnology, agricultural biotechnology, environmental biotechnology and industrial biotechnology
- Review and streamline regulatory frameworks
- Act as interface between government, academia and private sector
- Facilitate joint ventures between foreign entities and local companies
- Recommend financing of biotech project
Senior Investment Executive /Manager
Economic Development Board
11.2012 - 11.2023
- Responsible for the Emerging Technologies and Innovation Sectors
- Oversee the portfolio of medical biotechnology and marine biotechnology
- Devise national promotional strategies for attracting investment in the Healthcare & Lifesciences sectors including R&D, Clinical trials and Pre-clinical trials
- Review and draft regulations, guidelines and set up appropriate regulatory frameworks
Project Manager
Quest Diagnostics
02.2006 - 02.2011
- Clinical Trials, Project Management Group
- Coordinate and manage the monitoring of clinical trials at an international level
- Act as main contact and liaise with sponsors worldwide (e.g. Pfizer, Astrazeneca, Roche, GSK)
- Lead Central Laboratory Worksheet meetings across Europe and Africa
Assistant Microbiologist
Louisiana State University
03.2002 - 08.2002
- Microbiology Department
- Co-ordinating laboratory activities, for routine analysis and for the validation of tests, systems and instruments
- Evaluating and developing microbiological analysis and techniques
Education
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences
University of Westminster
UK09-2005
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Louisiana State University
USA05-2004
3 A levels -
Queen Elizabeth College
11-2000
Skills
- I have a thorough knowledge of the international and local research ecosystems With excellent working relationships with both public and private stakeholders, can be considered as one of the reference person in the biotechnology industry in Mauritius My technical knowledge, acquired from one of the leading research universities in the United States, my in-depth understanding of local and regional legal frameworks, my oversight on current hurdles, and above all my solid reputation, dynamism, motivation and leadership skills, makes me one of the leading persons contributing to the development of this industry in Mauritius
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 31/05/82
- Nationality: Mauritian/British
- Marital Status: Married
Accomplishment and Vision
My expertise and experience have been instrumental in my contribution in the development of the research sector in Mauritius. Having worked in one of the leading global organisations in clinical trials, upon my relocation to Mauritius, I have set up the framework for registration of Contract Research Organisations, drafted regulations for Clinical Trials on medical devices, national guidelines for the Clinical Trials sector, regulations for pre-clinical trials, regulations of the Mauritius Diaspora Scheme and facilitated implementation of same. Through the MIBL, I am now driving the research and biotech sector to new heights. The research industry has to be overseen in a non-sporadic way and my role at MIBL allows me to act as interface between government, investors, academia, incubators and international partners to have a productive output meeting our national priorities.
Timeline
Head of Projects & Acting Officer-in- Charge
Mauritius Institute of Biotechnology Ltd (MIBL)
12.2023 - Current
Senior Investment Executive /Manager
Economic Development Board
11.2012 - 11.2023
Project Manager
Quest Diagnostics
02.2006 - 02.2011
Assistant Microbiologist
Louisiana State University
03.2002 - 08.2002
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences
University of Westminster
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Louisiana State University
3 A levels -
Queen Elizabeth College
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