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Gina Lento, Ph.D., MHA

About

Gina Lento executes overall research administration and operations within the Department of Pediatrics at Dell Medical School by creating infrastructure and leading the team of clinical research coordinators.

She is a certified associate corporate coach and holds a Ph.D in biochemistry and additional credentials in drug evaluation, pharmaceutical sciences and corporate governance, as well as an MBA in health care administration. She has a unique background with service in equal parts to national government, public and private sector entities.

Professional Affiliations
  • U.S. National Association of Corporate Directors
    Member, 2008
  • New Zealand Biotechnology National Industry Association
    National Director & Board Member, 2002-2006
Awards & Honors
  • Consul General Designate for New York & New Jersey
    New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade, 2005-2008
  • Research Fellow
    The University of Auckland, School of Biological Sciences, 2005-2008
  • Principal Investigator
    New Zealand Foundation for Research, Science & Technology Public Good Science Fund, 1997
  • Young Investigator Award Recipient
    New Zealand Royal Society, 1993
  • Ambassadorial Graduate Scholar
    Rotary International Foundation, 1991-1992