Raphael Retamero

Background

About Raphael Retamero

As a Clinical Operations Manager at ICON Strategic Solutions, I bring over 15 years of experience in clinical research, with a career that spans roles from Project Assistant to Senior Clinical Trial Manager. This journey has given me a comprehensive, hands-on perspective of the full clinical development lifecycle. I currently lead a team of CRAs across Latin America, focusing on recruitment, coaching, and performance optimization. My leadership ensures operational excellence through a strong foundation in ICH-GCP compliance, regional regulatory standards, and risk-based oversight. I work closely with sponsors and internal teams to deliver high-quality site management, maintain study timelines, and uphold patient safety and data integrity. Previously at Syneos Health, I played a pivotal role in managing Phase oncology trials for entire LATAM, overseeing clinical monitoring deliverables and collaborating across functions to ensure protocol and regulatory compliance. My expertise includes Clinical operations and trial management and CRA oversight, Risk mitigation and audit readiness, Sponsor and regulatory audits: preparation, hosting, and CAPA follow-up. Multi-therapeutic experience: oncology, immunology, hematology, cardiology, infectious diseases, nephrology, endocrinology, musculoskeletal disorders. I am passionate about building high-performing teams and advancing medical research through operational excellence. My goal is to help deliver innovative therapies that improve lives and transform patient outcomes.