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Tavette Neskorik

Key Takeaway: Tavette Neskorik has been appointed as the Vice President of Clinical Operations at Viking. With over 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, she has a proven track record in managing clinical trials from early to late-stage development. Her previous roles include significant positions at Mirati Therapeutics and Optimer Pharmaceuticals, where she oversaw pivotal trials leading to NDA submissions.
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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Tavette Neskorik has over 25 years of experience in the industry.
  • She has successfully led large operational teams in clinical trials.
  • Her previous roles include overseeing pivotal trials that led to NDA submissions.

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Best trade, last catalyst
+53%
120-day peak, hindsight
Typical move
13.6%
average across 5 past catalysts
Cash runway
~11 mo
Medium dilution risk
Lead asset
VK2735
Phase 3 · Weight Loss

Full Press Release Details

Tavette Neskorik serves as the Vice President of Clinical Operations. Ms. Neskorik has over 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry, leading large operational teams in the execution of clinical trials ranging from early stage to late-stage drug development. Prior to joining Viking, she was a Senior Director of Clinical Operations at Mirati Therapeutics, a biotechnology company focused on the development of oncology therapies for the treatment of solid tumors. At Mirati she oversaw the clinical conduct of several global pivotal trials from initiation through NDA submission and approval. Previously, she served as Director of Clinical Operations for Optimer Pharmaceuticals, a biotechnology company which was acquired by Merck. During her tenure she oversaw the conduct of two large global pivotal trials from initiation through NDA submission and approval. She has also held positions or increasing responsibility at Synteract Inc. and PPD Development. Ms. Neskorik holds a BS in Psychology from Augusta State University.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tavette Neskorik's role at Viking?

Tavette Neskorik serves as the Vice President of Clinical Operations at Viking.

How much experience does Neskorik have in the industry?

She has over 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry.

What previous positions did Neskorik hold?

She was a Senior Director at Mirati Therapeutics and Director at Optimer Pharmaceuticals.

What is Neskorik's educational background?

She holds a BS in Psychology from Augusta State University.

Last updated: Jan 11, 2026