Kelly Tonge

Kelly Tonge has a strong background in laboratory operations and safety, with experience in various roles over the years. Kelly previously worked as an Associate Director of Strategic Partnerships at Scientist.com starting in 2022. Before that, they served as a Senior Manager at Notch Therapeutics from 2020 to 2022, where they focused on lab operations and environmental health and safety. At Notch Therapeutics, they designed purpose-built laboratory facilities and implemented federal compliance programs for EHS.

Prior to their role at Notch Therapeutics, Kelly worked at University Health Network from 2010 to 2020, where they held multiple positions. As a Research Safety Officer, they developed and implemented training sessions and conducted audits. Later, as a Research Facility Manager, they established a multidisciplinary facility for neuro-oncology research and managed day-to-day operations, procurement, and vendor relationships.

Before their tenure at University Health Network, Kelly worked as a Research Laboratory Technician at The Hospital for Sick Children from 2008 to 2010. In this role, they oversaw laboratory operations, performed research tasks, and managed administrative responsibilities. Kelly also worked as a Research Laboratory Technician at Axordia Ltd. from 2006 to 2008.

Overall, Kelly brings a wealth of experience in laboratory management, safety, and operations to their current role.

Kelly Tonge attended the University of Toronto in 2021, where they studied Facilities Planning and Management. Prior to that, from 2005 to 2006, they pursued a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Biological and Biomedical Sciences at The University of Sheffield. They also completed a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in the same field at The University of Sheffield from 2002 to 2005.