Jim Napora

Jim Napora has a wealth of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Jim began their career in 2003 as a Sr. Research Associate/Comp. Med. Supervisor for Amylin Pharmaceuticals. In 2014, they moved to ACADIA Pharmaceuticals, where they held the role of Associate Scientist/Vivarium Manager. In this role, they supervised the operations of the vivarium, ensuring adherence to all Standard Operating Procedures and animal welfare regulations. Jim was also responsible for daily animal observations and care, and ensuring smooth facility operations. Additionally, they served as IACUC Chair, coordinated the receipt of animal shipments and vivarium supplies, and handled vendor interactions and inventory management. In 2018, they began working at San Diego State University as an Instructional Technician ll. Most recently, in 2019, they joined Escient Pharmaceuticals as a Sr. Research Associate ll.

Jim Napora has attended San Diego Mesa College, studying Business Administration and Management, General. Jim has not obtained any additional certifications.