Tatiana Betson

Experience

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  Eclipse Scientic Group

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2009

  Section head, pesticide residues

  Management of an analytical chemistry team and method development on an LC-MS/MS

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  BAT

  Jan 2009 - Feb 2024

  In this role, I advanced the discovery and development of technology blocks for a range of products. I designed and led an overarching R&D science program, collaborating cross functionally and contributing significantly to the enhancement of our product portfolio discovery pipeline. My efforts were instrumental in improving validation processes for product discovery and development, by embedding of new scientific capabilities.I took charge of leading high-complexity and priority projects, ensuring their successful and timely completion. Additionally, my leadership played a crucial role in enabling a key financial business decision through a robust and pragmatic scientific assessment of a new technology.By delivering actionable business recommendations based on rigorous scientific and regulatory assessments, I actively contributed to informed decision-making processes. Show less In this role, I took charge of ensuring consumer safety across the company's worldwide vaping and other non-tobacco products (modern oral, functional drinks/chews) portfolio. I led a team of toxicologists responsible for assessing all aspects of new vaping products, including devices, materials, formulations, and ingredients. This collective effort facilitated global commercial launches in over 30 markets, highlighting our commitment to delivering safe and innovative vaping solutions worldwide. I introduced innovative approaches to toxicological risk assessment to reduce assessment time for products during the early phases of product discovery and development. Collaborating with quality, operations, and product development teams, I investigated and resolved toxicological issues identified through post-market surveillance.One of my major accomplishments involved fortifying team capabilities and work processes, ensuring successful deliveries and implementing a robust succession plan. This initiative was crucial in maintaining a smooth workflow and setting the stage for the team's continued success. Show less I directed the development of innovative technical solutions for consumables of a novel product platform. From late stage discovery to initial market launch, I led a dynamic team of product developers, ensuring the validation of solutions through consumer feedback. I played a key role in guaranteeing the timely delivery of consumer-validated solutions by thoroughly assessing marketing briefs for feasibility.In support of the first commercial deployment of the platform, I actively engaged with operations and quality teams, contributing to a seamless and successful launch. Additionally, I took charge of enhancing solution deliveries, implementing a robust succession plan by upskilling and coaching team members.Aiming for optimal project execution, I strategically optimized resource allocation by directing forecasting and overseeing spending of OPEX, CAPEX, and CAPDEV budgets.Demonstrating agility and efficiency, I devised and deployed viable solutions for new consumables, navigating the entire process from discovery to the development of viable prototypes within a swift six-month timeframe. Show less I enhanced end market external affairs teams' competence by leading a project aimed at improving their scientific and technical proficiency. I played a pivotal role in raising overall knowledge retention among participants by developing simplified technical advocacy supporting material, an interactive page, and webcast training.My contribution extended to shaping a favourable regulatory environment aligned with company objectives. I actively participated in moulding the regulatory framework for our products by elaborating technical arguments for submission to regulatory consultation.I strengthened engagement by fostering relationships with external stakeholders. My role involved facilitating informed decision-making and ensuring regulatory compliance preparation for GR&D through the delivery of crucial product regulatory insights. Show less During this role, I led diverse projects that aimed to create and validate solutions for monitoring leaf integrity throughout the global supply chain. I also played a crucial role in supporting strategic decision-making by providing well-informed recommendations to business stakeholders. Furthermore, I kept a close eye on the progress and evaluated the effectiveness of the implemented solutions by introducing a contemporary Key Performance Indicator (KPI) system. I took charge of ensuring robust testing and validation processes by designing and executing experiments in collaboration with both external and internal partners. Show less

  • Principal Science Programme Manager

    Jan 2022 - Feb 2024

  • Toxicology manager

    Jan 2021 - Jan 2022

  • Product Development Manager

    Jan 2018 - Jan 2021

  • Senior scientific engagement manager

    Jan 2015 - Jan 2018

  • Leaf Research and Development manager

    Jan 2014 - Jan 2015

  • Project Manager

    Jan 2013 - Jan 2014

  • Scientist

    Jan 2012 - Jan 2013

  • Team manager

    Jan 2009 - Jan 2012