GVK Biosciences

Dr. Shoibal Mukherjee has been named senior vice president – Clinical Development, at GVK Biosciences Pvt. Ltd. William Harel, Ph.D. has been named vice president – Business Development, West Coast USA.

Prior to joining GVK BIO, Dr. Mukherjee served in Ranbaxy and Pfizer in senior positions. He graduated as a physician and is an M.D. and D.M. in Pharmacology. Professionally trained in clinical and pharmaceutical medicine, Dr. Mukherjee has experience in managing clinical trials, medical affairs, clinical data management, and clinical pharmacology. He is the founding president of the Indian Society for Clinical Research and a member of several committees.

“Expanding and enriching our leadership team is critical for GVK BIO’s vision of being a leading life-sciences services company,” said D. S. Brar, chairman of GVK BIO. “Dr. Shoibal Mukherjee has extensive experience in managing global clinical trials and will play a pivotal role in the growth of the company’s Development services.”

Dr. Harel is responsible for developing the business of clinical research in the U.S. and globally.  He  has more than 20 years of experience in various companies, including Chiron Corp., AAIPharma and Neeman Medical International.