Kavindi Balasinghe
@kavindibalasinghe
Research-focused clinical data professional with expertise in global trials and regulatory affairs.
Sri LankaWhat I'm looking for
I am a motivated, detail-oriented research professional with over four years' experience in global clinical trials, data management, and scientific research, holding an M.Sc. in Industrial & Environmental Chemistry and a B.Sc. in Biological Science. I have coordinated multicentric trials, managed EDC/CDMS-based data processes, performed internal audits under ICH-GCP, and supported regulatory and ethical submissions for local and international bodies.
I combine hands-on laboratory and analytical techniques with business development and project management experience, particularly in oncology, neurology, cardiovascular and gastroenterology studies. I bring strong analytical skills, scientific writing experience, and a commitment to quality and compliance to drive successful clinical research outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Clinical Data Associate
Syneos Health
Jun 2021 - Jun 2025 (4 years)
Managed multi-centric global clinical trials using EDC/CDMS, performed data collection, cleaning, analysis and archiving, and conducted internal audits and quality control under ICH-GCP.
M.Sc. Research Student
University of Kelaniya
Jan 2019 - Jan 2021 (2 years)
Developed ozonated virgin coconut oil as a natural skincare agent for an M.Sc. project, conducting natural product development and biological assays.
Executive, Business Development
RemediumOne (Pvt) Ltd
Dec 2019 - Dec 2020 (1 year)
Coordinated global trials and stakeholder engagement, managed regulatory and ethical submissions, and contributed to scientific writing of protocols and informed consent documents.
Marketing Manager
MAS Kreeda Intimo
Feb 2019 - Aug 2019 (6 months)
Applied ISO and quality standards in fabric testing and drove sustainability initiatives within apparel manufacturing operations.
Teacher in Chemistry
OKI International School
May 2018 - Feb 2019 (9 months)
Delivered chemistry curriculum and practical laboratory instruction, supporting student learning and conducting assessments for secondary students.
Research Intern
Medical Research Institute
Sep 2017 - Jan 2018 (4 months)
Conducted GC-MS, DNA fingerprinting, microbiological and biochemical analyses in drug development research using natural extracts during a clinical trial placement.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UKUniversity of Kelaniya
Master of Science, Industrial & Environmental Chemistry
2019 - 2021
Completed an M.Sc. in Industrial & Environmental Chemistry, conducting research on development of ozonated virgin coconut oil as a natural skincare agent.
UKUniversity of Kelaniya
Bachelor of Science, Biological Science
2015 - 2018
Activities and societies: Member of Rotaract Club of University of Kelaniya
Completed a B.Sc. in Biological Science with subject areas in Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Botany and named to the Dean's list for 2016/2017.
Visakha Vidyalaya, Colombo
Completed secondary education at Visakha Vidyalaya, Colombo.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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