About Andrew Catchpole

A strong background in scientific leadership, operational management and business strategy. A virologist by academic training with approximately 20 years’ experience. Adept at applying scientific knowledge in a commercial setting. The combined skill sets of excellent technical knowledge with solid business acumen and a thorough understanding of the regulatory environment governing preclinical R and D, clinical trials and vaccine / drug development have enabled continued success in leadership roles in a fast-paced working environment.

Experienced working at the senior management and corporate operational leadership level. Proven strategic thinker and honed influencing skills both liaising with internal corporate leadership as well as directly with clients, collaborators, governments and KOLs. An excellent track record in relationship building in a technical leadership, business development or scientific consultancy setting.

Specialties: Scientific and business strategy development, human infection studies (viral challenge model) corporate operational / divisional management, vaccine / antiviral development, scientific and project management team leadership, business development, clinical trial design, virology, challenge agent development, human viral challenge studies, laboratory management and logistics, clinical trial laboratory sample analysis, GxP.