Valerie Palumbo has been named senior vice president, Corporate Quality Assurance at PharmaNet Development Group.

Ms. Palumbo has more than 20 years of experience in the development and implementation of quality assurance programs in the FDA-regulated drug and medical device industries. Her experience includes oversight of preclinical, clinical, and clinical supplies manufacturing activities. In addition, Ms. Palumbo has significant experience in the globalization of policies and procedures that drive company-wide compliance, and in the implementation and enhancement of computer system validation and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance processes.

“We are very pleased to have Valerie join us,” said Thomas Newman, MD, President, PharmaNet Development Group. “Valerie brings deep experience in developing global programs that will enhance our quality processes and augment our existing compliance programs.”