Alumni Profile: Courtney Cech
Title: Manager, Pipeline Commercialization
Employer: AbbVie
Previous role: Senior Auditor, Good Clinical Practice, AbbVie
Courtney began her IB degree with her heart set on vet school. After getting first-hand experience working with veterinarians she realized that this was not the path for her, and started exploring other options. After graduation she began working for AbbVie as a Toxicology Technician performing pre-clinical trials. Getting her foot in the door opened up endless opportunities for her, and she has since moved into quality positions and has currently settled into strategic Program Management.
As a Manager in Pipeline Commercialization, Courtney serves as a key business partner in supporting the development of core strategies. She ensures high performing teams by driving workstreams to completion.
As a Senior Auditor, Courtney audited the conduct of clinical trials to ensure they are following standard operating procedures, complying with FDA regulations, and following the protocol. Her background in Integrative Biology gave her a leg up in understanding the medical jargon and the technical details of the clinical trials she monitors.
Courtney would be a fantastic person to talk to about clinical research, pharmaceuticals, epidemiology, or health care. Contact alumnimentor@sib.illinois.edu if you would like to connect with Courtney. You can also contact her directly at chcech2@gmail.com.
“You don’t need an MD or PhD to participate in the health prevention world."