Urvashi Patel is a skilled professional in clinical research and laboratory management with extensive experience at Novavax since May 2015, holding roles as Manager of Clinical Trials and Lab Lead, overseeing assay development and optimization in vaccine research. Urvashi has a proven track record in managing direct reports, executing complex experiments, analyzing data, and presenting findings at meetings and conferences. Prior experience includes significant contributions at Thermo Fisher Scientific and Prime Pathology Laboratory, where Urvashi specialized in DNA and RNA extraction, immunological assay testing, and troubleshooting analytical challenges. Urvashi holds a Master’s degree in Microbiology and Immunology from Sardar Patel University, obtained in 2012.