Smithers, a leading provider of testing, consulting, information, and compliance services, has announced the appointment of Andrea Wakefield as the new Resource and Operations Optimization Director for their Pharmaceutical Development Services Division. With over 20 years of experience in regulated bioanalysis within contract research organizations (CROs) and the biotech industry, Wakefield is set to enhance Smithers’ operational efficiency and commitment to delivering accurate data on time.
“We are thrilled to welcome Andrea to our team,” said Christina Satterwhite, PhD, President of Smithers Pharmaceutical Development Services Division. “Her expertise in regulated bioanalysis and operational optimization is instrumental in advancing our commitment to deliver accurate data on time to our clients.”
About Andrea Wakefield
Andrea Wakefield brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her new role at Smithers. With over two decades of experience in regulated bioanalysis within CROs and the biotech industry, she has a proven track record in streamlining Standard Operational Procedures (SOPs), implementing vendor agreements, and establishing key performance indicators (KPIs). Wakefield holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Ottawa and a Master of Science in Biology from the University of New Brunswick, Canada.
Her skills in optimizing operations and ensuring regulatory compliance are expected to significantly benefit Smithers’ Pharmaceutical Development Services Division, supporting the company’s mission to provide high-quality data and services to its clients.
About Smithers
Founded in 1925 and headquartered in Akron, Ohio, Smithers is a multinational provider of testing, consulting, information, and compliance services. With laboratories and operations in North America, Europe, and Asia, Smithers supports customers in the transportation, life science, packaging, materials, components, consumer, cannabis, dry commodities, and energy industries. Smithers delivers accurate data on time and with high touch by integrating science, technology, and business expertise so customers can innovate with confidence.
