Chartered status is the highest professional recognition offered by LifeSciences Australia—a nationally recognised mark of excellence that demonstrates proven expertise, ongoing commitment to professional development, and significant contribution to the medical technology and pharmaceutical sectors.

Sashika’s expertise spans regulatory compliance, ethical oversight, and quality systems, particularly in the field of oncology.

At GMR, Sashika collaborates with investigators, sponsors, regulators, and ethics committees to facilitate clinical research initiatives that prioritise compliance and participant safety.

Her commitment to ethical excellence and passion for oncology trials drives valuable contributions to advancing impactful medical research and improving human health.

Sashika manages a team of over 20 within GMR’s Clinical Trials Unit (CTU), including researchers and clinical trial staff. The team manage more than 60 national and international clinical trials each year, across liver, respiratory and oncology. CTU helps advance medical care by providing patients with access to new and emerging trial medications.

LifeSciences Australia is formerly known as the Association of Regulatory and Clinical Scientists (ARCS).

The conference offered new perspectives and valuable opportunities to learn from others working across the research, development, and healthcare landscape.