About Praecur

  • CEO, Co-Founder

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    Mr. Barnes is a clinical researcher and drug development professional with three decades of experience providing operational oversight and support for drug development programs. He has extensive experience managing large multi-functional teams and providing end-to-end program management for all phases of clinical trials.

     

    An accomplished and personable leader with strong analytical abilities and communication skills, his broad experiences give him a deep understanding of research and development in the biotech industry, providing him with insights into trends, regulations, and emerging technologies. He has a proven track record of successfully delivering big picture strategies to accelerate development programs.

     

    Throughout his career in the biotech industry, he has provided delivery of proactive program management strategies in collaboration with senior leaders and global business partners to enable successful product launches and optimization of product-life cycles.

     

    He has held senior roles in pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies as well as in Clinical Research Organizations. He most recently held a senior position at Virpax Pharmaceuticals leading all of the operational activities for the company’s pre-clinical programs. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.