Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
As a dynamic scientific professional, I have been involved in several different science-related processes, including: fundamental biomedical research, translational R&D and innovation, medical affairs, science communication & outreach, public & patient engagement, marketing & public relations, stakeholders engagement, project management, proposals writing, education advisement & mentoring, business development and sales. I have worked in the biotech industry, where I identified new business opportunities to generate revenue, improved profitability and helped the business growth. My work involved strategic planning and positioning in new markets. I am deeply committed to Responsible Research and Innovation. I thrive to better align both the process and outcomes of research and innovation, with the values, needs and expectations of the society. I have helped teams developing effective communication strategies to explain complex scientific information in accessible terms and language aiming to target heterogenous publics, such as the society, investors, external stakeholders and KOLs. Currently working in Pharmaceutical industry, My goal is to identify and remove roadblocks in the patient journey and, together with stakeholders, develop novel solutions to improve that journey. With a scientific background in Neuroscience, Oncology, Rare Diseases, Sleep & Respiratory Disorders, and Molecular Biology, I have developed strong scientific knowledge. My work experience in Science Communication and Business Development allowed me to build powerful communication skills, analytical thinking, goal-oriented attitude and entrepreneurial mindset.
Improving the Multiple Sclerosis patient journey and collaborating with healthcare stakeholders to create impactful solutions in the ecosystem.
- Collaborating closely with all the stakeholders directly touching the Alzheimer's patient journey. - Understanding the needs of the whole ecosystem, in service of connecting Roche’s capabilities to remove roadblocks. - Unlocking possibilities and co-create meaningful solutions to deliver value for patients and the community. - Guiding Roche's products through their life-cycle and share their merits with healthcare professionals. - Ensuring great experiences whenever partners in the ecosystem engage with Roche employees, products and services.
As a Career Advisor, I can support you and help you to overcome challenges that you might face during your scientific career and to successfully achieve your goals. I can work with you to find and design your own career path, by identifying your own interests, skills and strengths. Moreover, I can support you writing your CV and Cover Letter, preparing interesting and appealing communications and training for job interviews, among other topics. In my consulting sessions, I practice active and empathic listening to provide a non-judgmental and safe space where you can speak and think outloud. Feel free to reach out to me and we can work together on your future.
As part of the UAlg Alumni mentoring program, I mentor students at the beginning of their professional career. By establishing a professional and personal relationship, I thrive to understand their goals and needs, so I can guide them within the my best of my knowledge. Ultimately, so that they get the best out of their education, develop their critical thinking and self-confidence, and build their own professional path.
My responsibilities include: - Expanding and growing NZYTech brand and reputation in new markets (Sweden, Denmark, Netherlands, Norway, Finland and Iceland); - Identifying and managing new business opportunities and collaborations; - Driving efficient closings; - Providing scientific support for existing customers; - Managing accounts and nurturing customer relationships; - Representing NZYTech in external meetings and international trade fairs; - Establishing new customer base within pharmaceutical, biotech, and academic/clinical research organizations; - Managing all aspects of sales: generating leads, prospecting, understanding/assessing customer needs, presenting customer with company/product information, guiding customers to products that best meet their needs, generating quotes, closing sales, post-sale follow-ups.
As a member of the Neuroendocrinology and Aging Group of CNC-UC, I was responsible for: - Science Communication - Public Affairs - Proposals writing - Project management - R&D and Innovation - Students' supervision
As a member of the Science Communication Office of CNC-UC, my responsibilities included: - Public outreach and engagement in science (project writing, coordination, management, promotion, implementation and streamlining of the activities) - Digital communication, Social Media Management and Content Creation and Development - Visual Communication (posters, flyers, brochures, social media content) - Institutional and Internal Communication (Newsletter and mailing lists) - Networking - Event organization - Lecturing (to BSc, MSc and PhD programs) - Partnerships - Proposals writing - Team building
Vectors and Gene Therapy Group / Neuronal Circuits and Behaviour Group: - Advanced laboratory research experience on microRNA contribution to neurodegenerative disorders, namely Alzheimer's disease - Oral Communications and poster presentations in more than 20 national and international scientific events as first author - MSc students training