Gavin Morrow

I am a results-driven, meticulous scientist with over 20 years of preclinical research experience leading cross-functional teams. I have an extensive knowledge of vaccine development and vaccine immunology utilizing viral vaccine platforms. Proven expertise in managing preclinical research projects from conception to completion.

Proficient in risk management, protocol design, report writing, data quality control, in vivo modeling and deep knowledge of safety & ethical standards for preclinical studies. Ready on day one to tackle all challenges that come my way.

Consultant at Tonix Pharmaceuticals (2026-01 – Present)

• Assisting in the procurement of clinical samples for laboratory analysis.
• SOP Development, Composition and Editing.
• Strategic Planning
• Data quality control

Associate Director Preclinical Programs at IAVI (2023-02 – 2025-04)

• Facilitated the development of multiple preclinical studies to test vaccines against Ebola, Marburg and Lassa viruses, HIV, TB and COVID.
• Conceptualized study designs and protocol development in collaboration with clinical research organizations (CRO).
• Spearheaded monthly status meetings with CROs to ensure projects were on target and on time for completion.
• Responsible for coordinating sample analysis and data generation in-house and at CROs.
• Facilitated the generation of study reports for 100% on time submission to study funders and for investigational new drug (IND) submissions.

Associate Director Vector Immunobiology at IAVI (2013-02 – 2023-02)

• Led scientific projects across multiple vaccine programs by overseeing senior and junior scientists to enhance research outcomes.
• Authored numerous IACUC and IBC protocols for in vivo studies.
• Contributed to grant submission to domestic and international funding agencies, including NIH, DTRA, BARDA and CEPI.
• Responsible for the effective communication of study outcomes to individuals at all levels throughout IAVI.

Research Assistant Professor at SUNY Downstate College of Medicine (2013-01 – 2025-04)

• Served as an IACUC member for 12+ years.
• Ensured that the highest ethical standards for animal use were maintained within SUNY's research facilities.

Principal Scientist Candidate Evaluation at IAVI (2008 – 2013)

Research Scientist Preclinical Immunobiology at IAVI (2007 – 2008)

Postdoctoral Fellow at Population Council Rockefeller University (2004 – 2007)

PhD in Medicine – University of Sydney

Bachelor of Science (Honours, 1st class) in Microbiology and Pathology – University of Sydney