Invetus’ Research Leaders and Senior Researchers are highly qualified, experienced and passionate about conducting research studies.
Invetus can undertake research in any species; at any level of rigour; pen, field or clinic; in any disease state.
Invetus has nearly 30 scientists, veterinarians and quality professionals who can work on your research projects.
Contact one of our senior Researchers now to discuss your research needs - or even your early research ideas; we love to help you think through what you need to do to achieve your business objectives, from proof-of-concept to post-marketing studies..
Dr Lisa Wade, Business Development Manager, Invetus
BVSc (Syd)
Lisa has more than 25 years experience in the science, regulation and commercial delivery of animal health products. With a wide range of experience in senior management she is committed to developing teams and the skills of others. She is passionate about all aspects of the commercialisation of veterinary innovations and see a need to communicate the science of veterinary innovation to the public and government.
Contact Lisa for a preliminary discussion of your veterinary research needs
Dr Florian Roeber, Business Unit Leader, Wongaburra Research Centre
DVM, PhD., Grad. Dip. Bus. Mgt.
Veterinary Scientist with experience in livestock parasitology and diagnostics. Post graduate qualifications in molecular diagnostic methods, assay validation and epidemiology. Broad experience in the design of studies, data analysis, preparation and review of research papers. Current roles involve design, conduct, supervision and reporting of clinical and laboratory research trials in companion animals to GCP and GLP. Interest in gastrointestinal parasites, anthelmintic resistance and business management.
Contact Florian to discuss Companion Animal Pen studies in Australia
Dr Shirli Notcovich, Business Unit Leader, Estendart Research Centre
Veterinarian, MPhil Veterinary Sciences (Massey University, NZ)
Shirli is an enthusiastic veterinary researcher with a background in cattle health. Through the last 15 years, Shirli has been working for both Clinical Research Organizations (CROs) and Fundamental Research Organizations. Originally from Argentina where she trained and practiced as a veterinarian, Shirli obtained her Masters’ and Ph.D. degrees in Veterinary Science at Massey University in New Zealand. Since 2020 Shirli has also been a GLP and GCP Study Director/Investigator in multiple projects including multi-site studies, target animal safety, pharmacokinetics, efficacy, toxicology, residues, vaccine batch testing, etc. She has vast experience in product development for both animal and human health projects helping pharmaceutical companies reaching their registration goals.
Contact Shirli to discuss your veterinary research needs in New Zealand
Dr Michael Chambers, Senior Research Manager, Invetus
BVSc (Hons 1), MVSc, MANZCVS (Ruminant Nutrition, Vet Pharmacology, Vet Epidemiology, Vet Parasitology), GradCertAppStats
Previous experience in mixed veterinary practice, government practice and University teaching practice. Post graduate qualifications in farm animal production, disease, management and economics, epidemiology, statistics and parasitology. Very extensive experience in the design, conduct, supervision and reporting of clinical research trials in production animals and horses to GCP and GLP. Extensive experience in the development and provision of educational material and courses to farmers, undergraduates and industry bodies (including the APVMA and animal health industry). Particular interests in statistics, trial design and data analysis. Extensive experience in scientific paper preparation and evaluation. Farming interests including prime lambs and beef cattle.
