Thembi D.

Thembi D. is a Senior Clinical Research Associate at Dynavax Technologies since June 2022, responsible for overseeing clinical monitoring activities and managing CRO personnel to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Prior experience includes roles at Syneos Health as a Senior Clinical Research Associate II dedicated to oncology, and PPD, where Thembi served as a Senior Clinical Research Associate. Thembi also held positions as Clinical Research Associate II at Aclaris Therapeutics, Inc. and IQVIA, as well as Clinical Trial Assistant with sole responsibility for three clinical trials. Other experiences include serving as the Owner and Baker at Sweet Serenity Cakery and leadership roles at EmpowHERment, Inc. Thembi's clinical trial experience encompasses oncology, hematology, neurology, and pediatric oncology, complemented by a background in research at organizations like the UNC Nutrition Research Institute and the American Red Cross. Thembi's educational background includes studies at North Carolina State University, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and Cabarrus College of Health Sciences.