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Bas Ebaid (PhD), MBA Candidate

Melbourne

Summary

Dedicated medical affairs professional with expertise in stakeholder collaboration, strategic planning, and broad therapeutic area knowledge. Currently serving as Associate Medical Manager and Medical Science Liaison at Eisai Australia, leading national therapeutic initiatives in gynecological, thyroid, and breast cancers. Adept at leveraging scientific expertise and strategic insights to drive medical initiatives, engage with key stakeholders, and align with business objectives. Experience spans oncology, respiratory disease, immunology, and solid tumor clinical trials coordination.

I hold a PhD from the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research Institute, specialising in translational cancer research with a focus on epigenetic modifications in cancer predisposition. Strong foundation in oncology, genomic testing, and personalized medicine. Actively contributes to leadership and advisory roles, including Higher Education Academic Board Member, Advisory Committee Member, Hospice Volunteer at VSK, and STEM student mentor, fostering the next generation of scientific talent.

Currently pursuing an MBA to expand business acumen and leadership skills. Known for adaptability, reliability, and a commitment to excellence in fast-paced settings. Passionate about promoting disease awareness, equitable healthcare access, and innovative research. Strives to improve patient care and quality of life through professional expertise and volunteer efforts.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Medical Manager and Medical Science Liaison

Eisai Australia
07.2022 - Current
  • Successfully led the launch & pre-launch phase of an endometrial carcinoma product, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines
  • Developing and executing medical plans to accommodate for national business needs
  • Led RCC and Endometrial Carcinoma (EC) Product Familiarization Programs (nationally)
  • Responding to medical information queries based on practical and theoretical knowledge, utilizing all available resources where appropriate
    Ensured timely delivery of essential services to patients by maintaining efficient schedules, prioritising workload based on urgency and resource availability.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members, identifying strengths, areas for improvement, and supporting tailored development plans.
  • Coordinated multidisciplinary care efforts with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive support for patients with complex medical needs.
    Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by staying informed about changes in the industry and adjusting internal policies accordingly.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and medical advancements to inform medical and commercial strategy decisions within the organisation.
  • Oversaw risk management activities within the organisation, mitigating potential issues related to patient safety or liability concerns.
  • Led staff training sessions on relevant topics such as Code of Conduct or SOP updates to ensure consistent application of best practices throughout the organisations efforts.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with physicians and community organisations to promote high quality patient care.
  • Proactively identified potential challenges or roadblocks within projects, formulating contingency plans to ensure success.
  • Managing medical budget
  • Increased overall productivity by streamlining internal processes and introducing new tools for more efficient workflow management.
  • Managing access programs (cost-share and PFP)
  • Managing medical information queries
  • Planning and execution of congress symposiums and medical initiatives
  • Medicines Australia Code Champion
  • Overseeing Investigator Sponsored Studies (ISS) and review of associated manuscripts
  • Omnichannel – supporting Australian business with launch of Eisai microsite and content production
  • Promotional and non-promotional material development and review to ensure the highest level of clinical and scientific accuracy in all statements made about company products, and to ensure compliance with the relevant Codes of Conduct
  • Identify opportunities and medical needs, propose strategies and manage execution of agreed strategic medical projects linked with brand strategies
  • Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
  • Scientific engagements with healthcare professionals and advocacy bodies for insight gathering and to inform medical and commercial strategies
  • Delivery of medical education to internal and external stakeholders
  • Regular upskilling for commercial team on current treatment landscape, trials and competitor updates
  • Advisory boards and consultancies
  • Development of SOPs and guidance documents
  • Developing medical slide decks to complement reactive education requests
  • Strong collaboration with medical and commercial as alliance partner as per inter-company agreements

Medical Science Liaison (Respiratory)

GlaxoSmithKline
07.2020 - 06.2022
  • Therapeutic area lead for Inhaled Therapies
  • Medical Data to Insights lead (MD2I) – collating and reporting monthly insights and trends to Australian medical and commercial teams
  • Organizing advisory boards and consultancies with Tier 1 KOLs to gain further understanding of gaps in patient healthcare and initiate medical education where required
  • Engaging and collaborating with external stakeholders/KOLs while adhering to company standards
  • Educating KOLs and HCPs on a specific therapeutic area and GSK medicines
  • Analyzing clinical trends and practices, and monitoring scientific literature for new developments
  • Supporting KOLs with GSK compassionate access program
  • Overseeing Investigator Sponsored Studies (ISS) funded and supported by GSK
  • Disseminating important safety information in a fair and balanced manner in accordance to local regulations
  • Responding to unsolicited requests for medical information regarding licensed and unlicensed GSK drugs and indications in a compliant manner
  • Delivery of scientific presentations
  • Scientific and education training to support medical and commercial teams
  • Assisting with the identification of External Experts within a specified territory
  • Identifying and training HCPs as speakers

Clinical Trial Coordinator

Austin Health
02.2019 - 12.2019
  • Engaging with participants, understanding their concerns and conveying study-related information
  • Overseeing the smooth running of clinical trials
  • Collecting and analysing data obtained from research
  • Completion of eCRFs/CRF
  • Managing research budgets
  • Ethics and governance submissions
  • Informing participants about study objectives
  • Administering participant questionnaires
  • Monitoring research participants to ensure adherence to study rules
  • Adhering to research regulatory standards and ethical standards
  • Maintaining detailed records of studies as per FDA/TGA guidelines, including drug dispensation
  • Liaising with laboratories regarding testing and findings
  • Supporting participant recruitment efforts
  • Ensuring that the necessary supplies and equipment for a study are in stock and in working order

Laboratory Class Instructor

La Trobe University
05.2014 - 11.2014
  • Develop an understanding of the motivators for students in order to engage them in active class participation
  • Demonstrating various laboratory and experimental techniques
  • Delivering effective education based on the genetics-based units
  • Simplifying subject content to assist students with learning and understanding
  • Marking assignments and tests according to defined standards set by the college of Science, Health & Engineering

Education

Master of Business Administration - Candidate

Melbourne Business School
01-2024

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) - Cancer Epigenetics

Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research Institute
01-2020

Bachelor of Science with Honours - First Class

La Trobe University
01-2014

Bachelor of Science - Genetics

La Trobe University
01-2013

Skills

  • Internal and external stakeholder collaboration and management
  • Medical affairs plan development and execution
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration (locally & globally)
  • Leading launch & pre-launch activity
  • Leading patient access programs
  • Project management and execution
  • Data generation and RWE
  • Investigator initiated study (IIS) management
  • Planning and execution of medical activities
  • Strategic planning for medical and marketing
  • Review & approval of medical and promotional content
  • Medicines Australia Code of Conduct
  • Leadership and mentorship

Conferences & Presentations

  • 2023, Clinical Oncology Society of Australia, Melbourne, Australia, Updated efficacy and safety of lenvatinib + pembrolizumab vs treatment of physician’s choice (TPC) in patients (pts) with advanced endometrial cancer (aEC): Study 309/KEYNOTE-775
  • 2022, Clinical Oncology Society of Australia, Brisbane, Australia, Characterization & management of adverse reactions in patients with advanced RCC receiving Lenvatinib and pembrolizumab (CLEAR study), Updated Efficacy of Lenvatinib + Pembrolizumab Versus Sunitinib in Patients With Advanced Renal Cell Carcinoma in the CLEAR Study
  • 2019, American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), Atlanta, GA, A case-control study of constitutional BRCA1 methylation in a mammographically screened cohort
  • 2019, Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre Conference, Melbourne, Australia, Constitutional BRCA1 methylation in a mammographically screened cohort: a case-control study
  • 2019, Cancer Biology Forum, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia, Constitutional BRCA1 methylation in breast cancer predisposition
  • 2019, Business in Fashion, Philanthropy Event for ONJCRI, Melbourne, Australia, Oral presentation and Q&A with members of the public about ongoing research at the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research Institute
  • 2018, Blue Illusion, Melbourne, Australia, Oral presentation and Q&A about ongoing research at the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research Institute

Volunteering & Professional Appointments

  • MAPA Executive Committee Member, 2024 - Present
  • Advisory Committee Member for Medical Science, SMEC.AI, 2024 - Present
  • La Trobe University Industry Mentoring Program – Mentor, 2024 - Present
  • Higher Education Academic Board Member, Mayfield Tertiary Education, 2022 - Present
  • Very Special Kids (VSK) – Hospice volunteer, 2018 - Present

Professional Development

  • 2023, Evolve Core: Introduction to Leadership, Eisai
  • 2022, International Council for Harmonisation - Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP) E6 R2
  • 2022, Medicines Australia Code of Conduct – Program 1
  • 2019, Safe Transport of Infectious Substances by Air, Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA)
  • 2018, Applied GCP for Investigational Sites and Sponsors, ARCS (certificate 1, 2 & 3)

Professional Memberships

  • Medical Affairs Professionals of Australia (MAPA), 2024 - Present
  • The Association of Regulatory and Clinical Scientists (ARCS), 2018 - Present

Timeline

Associate Medical Manager and Medical Science Liaison

Eisai Australia
07.2022 - Current

Medical Science Liaison (Respiratory)

GlaxoSmithKline
07.2020 - 06.2022

Clinical Trial Coordinator

Austin Health
02.2019 - 12.2019

Laboratory Class Instructor

La Trobe University
05.2014 - 11.2014

Master of Business Administration - Candidate

Melbourne Business School

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) - Cancer Epigenetics

Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research Institute

Bachelor of Science with Honours - First Class

La Trobe University

Bachelor of Science - Genetics

La Trobe University
Bas Ebaid (PhD), MBA Candidate