Managing in Turbulent Times: Emerging Leaders in Public Health

Alumni

Cornelius L. Best, BS, MSCornelius L. Best, BS, MS
Senior Clinical Research Associate, Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization

Area of work: Clinical Research

Cornelius Best graduated from Campbell University in May 1998 with a degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences.  He began his career in healthcare as a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) with Pharmaceutical Product Development, Inc. (PPD) which provides support to pharmaceutical companies in the areas of discovery, development, and post-approval services.  In May 2002 Best obtained a Master's degree in Clinical Research from Campbell University.  His education and work experience lead him to his current position with Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization (OPDC) as a regionally based Global Lead CRA.    In his current role, Best manages the daily operational aspects of a global protocol dealing with various therapeutic areas.  In order to effectively manage these global studies, he is required to interact from a distance with expert physicians, clinical site staff, and CRO/vendor personnel.

Personal Information

I currently reside in Durham, NC with my wife LaTonya.  In my spare time, I enjoy playing basketball, listening to music, reading financial literature, and traveling. 

What I would like to get out of this program

I am looking to combine my current educational background and work related experience with core knowledge of public health and leadership.  Also, I would like to further develop my network in the public health arena.