Mauricio Rosenfeld
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
Accomplished professional with over 20 years of experience in project management, leading cross-functional teams, company startups, corporate operations, facility design and construction, contract negotiation, procurement, R&D and regulatory compliance. Proven track record of optimizing processes and delivering results on time and within budget.
Experienced with planning and executing comprehensive project plans. Utilizes strong leadership and organizational skills to guide teams and ensure project milestones are met. Track record of implementing efficient processes and achieving project goals.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager/Senior Research Scientist
University of California San Diego, Moores Cancer Center
10.2024 - Current
- Laboratory Operations Management
- Management of purchasing and EH&S functions
- Staff Training
- Planning of laboratory relocation to the Center of Novel Therapeutics
Consultant/Project Manager/Senior Scientist
Cell Performance Institute
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Provided strategic operational guidance and advisory services to executive leadership
- Conducted rigorous assessments of project requirements to identify opportunities for operational improvements, and developed strategic roadmaps to achieve goals
- Monitored GMP clean room and cellular therapy lab design and construction
- Spearheaded the selection and procurement of lab equipment, managing logistics of delivery and importation to Mexico
Director of Operations
Plexium
11.2020 - 12.2022
- Oversaw daily operations of biomedical research facilities spanning 30,000 sq
- Ft
- Led tenant improvement and facility expansion projects from planning to execution
- Managed an operational budget, emphasizing cost control and financial efficiency
- Optimized asset management by implementing a computerized maintenance system, extending equipment lifespan and minimizing downtime
- Ensured regulatory compliance by managing Environmental Health and Safety programs
Program Co-director & Clinical Research Associate
Scripps Health & MD Anderson Cancer Center
07.2017 - 04.2020
- Co-led a drug discovery program focused on novel cell-based cancer treatments
- Prepared research proposals, annual budgets and progress reports
- Negotiated contracts, NDAs, and MTAs with internal/external stakeholders
- Contracted and managed outsourced services with Contract Research Organizations
- Monitored project roadmaps, ensuring on-time completion within budget constraints
- Nominated and advanced a leading drug candidate for neuro-oncology preclinical trials
Research Associate / Project Manager
The Scripps Research Institute
07.2010 - 07.2017
- Conducted and managed research projects focused on novel cell-based therapies for cancer and other vascular-related diseases
- Prepared research grants, posters, presentations, and published scientific journals
Founder and Operator
Vitalia-BTS
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Founded and operated a life-science operations consultancy.
Senior Manager, Laboratory Operations & Purchasing
TargeGen
04.2002 - 04.2009
- Played a pivotal role in the company's startup, managing procurement, supply chain, EH&S, lab design, tenant improvements, and construction projects
- Directed facility expansion from 5,500 sq
- Ft
- To 50,000 sq
- Ft
- Managed the acquisition of $8M of lab equipment, negotiated pricing structures and secured volume based discounts with vendors
- Supervised a $1.8M annual budget for supplies and $385K for service contracts
- Served as Corporate Safety Officer, ensuring regulatory compliance
- Led facility's relocation with minimal downtime, ensuring operational continuity
Research Associate, Industrial Liaison and Project Manager
The Scripps Research Institute
01.1990 - 01.2002
- Held progressive roles as Research Associate, Industrial liaison and Project Manager
- Participated in the advancement of 2 novel drug candidates (Vitaxin & Cilengitide) from preclinical to human clinical trials
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of California San Diego
San Diego, CADirect Marketing Certificate -
University of San Diego
San Diego, CASkills
- Asset Management
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Budgeting
- Cost Control
- Team Leadership
- Procurement
- Vendor Negotiations
- Strategic Planning
- Regulatory Compliance
- R&D Contract Negotiations
- Research Facility Design
- Tenant Improvements
- Construction
- Project management
Earlier Experience
- Founded and operated Vitalia-BTS, a life-science operations consultancy, 01/01/09, 12/31/11
- Held progressive roles as Research Associate, Industrial liaison and Project Manager at The Scripps Research Institute. Participated in the advancement of 2 novel drug candidates (Vitaxin & Cilengitide) from preclinical to human clinical trials., 01/01/90, 12/31/02
Languages
English
Timeline
Project Manager/Senior Research Scientist
University of California San Diego, Moores Cancer Center
10.2024 - Current
Consultant/Project Manager/Senior Scientist
Cell Performance Institute
08.2023 - 04.2024
Director of Operations
Plexium
11.2020 - 12.2022
Program Co-director & Clinical Research Associate
Scripps Health & MD Anderson Cancer Center
07.2017 - 04.2020
Research Associate / Project Manager
The Scripps Research Institute
07.2010 - 07.2017
Founder and Operator
Vitalia-BTS
01.2009 - 01.2011
Senior Manager, Laboratory Operations & Purchasing
TargeGen
04.2002 - 04.2009
Research Associate, Industrial Liaison and Project Manager
The Scripps Research Institute
01.1990 - 01.2002
Direct Marketing Certificate -
University of San Diego
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of California San Diego
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