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Elisa Casa

Elisa Casa

Arezzo,AR

Summary

Dedicated and passionate scientific professional with over 4 years of experience in developing and validating bioanalytical methods for vaccine immunogenicity assessments in clinical trials, with specialization in immunology and virology. Currently serving as a Clinical Research Associate, managing multiple clinical centers across Italy, Germany, and Switzerland. Recently completed a Master’s program in Pharmaceutical Management, focusing on Medical Scientific Liaison (MSL) and Medical Advisor (MA) roles, which provided in-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical management, strategic planning, and regulatory frameworks.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Research Associate

Philogen S.p.A
09.2023 - Current
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for study sites
  • Oversee site adherence to GCP/ICH practices
  • Ensure quality throughout the study lifecycle from initiation to closure.

Clinical Quality Assurance Associate / Clinical Trial Assistant

Philogen S.p.A
09.2022 - 08.2023
  • Managed the setup and implementation of electronic Trial Master Files (eTMF)
  • Maintained Quality Assurance systems and standard procedures for GCP compliance.

PhD Researcher

Vismederi S.r.l
09.2018 - 03.2022
  • Oversaw cell culture facility and BSL-3 laboratory operations
  • Conducted virus neutralization assays and large-scale virus propagation for clinical trials
  • Performed ELISA assays and developed SOPs and guidelines.

Scientist R&D

Viroclinics Biosciences S.r.l
10.2021 - 02.2022
  • Led a team in planning, optimizing, and validating cell-based assays for clinical vaccine studies
  • Conducted virus neutralization assays, data analysis, and presentations
  • Managed small project planning and execution.

PhD Intern

Viroclinics Biosciences S.r.l
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Conducted cell-based assays for PhD research in BSL-3 laboratories under GCLP guidelines
  • Performed virus neutralization assays and data analysis.

Cell Culture Facility Responsible and Tutor

Vismederi S.r.l
05.2017 - 09.2018
  • Managed cell culture facility, ensuring biosafety containment level 1 and 2 compliance
  • Supervised technical staff in handling adherent and suspension cell cultures.

Education

Master’s in Pharmaceutical Management: Medical Scientific Liaison (MSL) and Medical Advisor (MA) -

ISTUM
09.2023

PhD in Life Sciences with Honors -

University of Siena
03.2022

Master’s in Medical Biotechnology with Honors -

University of Siena
12.2016

Bachelor’s in Biotechnology -

University of Siena
12.2014

Skills

  • Scientific communication
  • Presentation and public speaking
  • Coordinating site operations
  • Team Training
  • Research SOPs understanding
  • Documentation Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Organizational Skills
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Effective Communication
  • Decision-Making
  • Task Prioritization

Certification

  • Clinical Trial Management and Professional Roles, Formazione Nel Farmaceutico, 06/2022
  • GCLP (Good Clinical Laboratory Practice), Whitehall Training, 05/2021
  • IELTS Certification, British Council, 12/2019
  • Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) Training, Qualogy Consultancy B.V., 07/2018

Languages

Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)

Personal Information

  • Date and Place of Birth: Arezzo
  • Date of Birth: 10/11/92

Publications

  • A serological investigation in Southern Italy: Was SARS-CoV-2 circulating in late 2019? (Human Vaccines & Immunotherapeutics, March 2022)
  • SARS-CoV-2 escape in vitro from a highly neutralizing COVID-19 convalescent plasma (bioRxiv, December 2020)
  • Comparative analyses of SARS-CoV-2 binding (IgG, IgM, IgA) and neutralizing antibodies from human serum samples (Journal of Immunological Methods, November 2020)
  • Characterisation of SARS-CoV-2 Lentiviral Pseudotypes and Correlation between Pseudotype-Based Neutralisation Assays and Live Virus-Based Micro Neutralisation Assays (Viruses, September 2020)
  • Evaluation of SARS-CoV-2 neutralizing antibodies using a CPE-based Colorimetric live virus microneutralization assay in human serum samples (Journal of Medical Virology, May 2020)
  • Influenza Anti-Stalk Antibodies: Development of a New Method for the Evaluation of the Immune Responses to Universal Vaccine (Vaccines, January 2020)

Additional Information


Interests:

Travel and Cultural Exploration: I love traveling and immersing myself in new cultures, which allows me to meet diverse people and broaden my global perspective. This curiosity and openness reflect my dynamic and positive approach to life and work.

Sports and Wellness: Maintaining an active lifestyle is essential to me. I engage in sports like tennis and pilates.

Consent

According to law 679/2016 of the Regulation of the European Parliament of 27th April 2016, I hereby express my consent to process and use my data provided in this CV and application for recruiting purposes.

Timeline

Clinical Research Associate

Philogen S.p.A
09.2023 - Current

Clinical Quality Assurance Associate / Clinical Trial Assistant

Philogen S.p.A
09.2022 - 08.2023

Scientist R&D

Viroclinics Biosciences S.r.l
10.2021 - 02.2022

PhD Intern

Viroclinics Biosciences S.r.l
05.2021 - 09.2021

PhD Researcher

Vismederi S.r.l
09.2018 - 03.2022

Cell Culture Facility Responsible and Tutor

Vismederi S.r.l
05.2017 - 09.2018

Master’s in Pharmaceutical Management: Medical Scientific Liaison (MSL) and Medical Advisor (MA) -

ISTUM

PhD in Life Sciences with Honors -

University of Siena

Master’s in Medical Biotechnology with Honors -

University of Siena

Bachelor’s in Biotechnology -

University of Siena
Elisa Casa