Odile O'Sullivan

Global Medical Affairs Sr Director | Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Epalinges, Vaud, Switzerland

About

Driving strategic clinical evidence generation and leading Medical Affairs execution: Cultivating collaborative partnerships with key opinion leaders and stakeholders to secure regulatory approvals and accelerate market expansion.

Experience

  • Distalmotion (Lausanne · On-site)
    • Global Medical Affairs Sr Director
      Jan 2026 - Present · 7 mos

      •Responsible for Dexter’s global Medical Affairs strategy, ensuring alignment with clinical and economic evidence generation needs • Partner with Commercial and Market Access teams to identify strategic centers and accelerating platform adoption

    • Director, Global Medical Affairs
      Jan 2023 - Dec 2025 · 3 yrs

      • Established the Global Medical Affairs function from the ground up, defining the operating model, SOPs, governance frameworks and global budgets • Directed comprehensive real-world evidence and publication strategies, driving the production of 20 peer-reviewed publications and over 65 scientific abstracts in three years to demonstrate product value and differentiation • Elevated the visibility of the DEXTER® Robotic Surgery System within the scientific community, establishing credibility and trust.

  • Alcon (Full-time · 4 yrs 8 mos)
    • Director Medical Operations EMEA
      Jan 2020 - Dec 2022 · 3 yrs

      • Translated regional medical strategy into aligned Medical Excellence priorities, ensuring adherence to governance frameworks • Oversaw complex budget allocations to achieve cost savings and enhance productivity • Partnered with teams across EMEA, US, and APAC to harmonize global governance of medical affairs strategies and execution

    • Medical Affairs Manager
      May 2018 - Jan 2020 · 1 yr 9 mos

      • Utilized Lean Six Sigma methodologies to streamline IIT and IME processes, optimizing CRM tracking tool and processes to ensure strict alignment with the MedTech code while improving resource allocation and KPI monitoring • Tripled scientific visibility and share of voice at major international congresses through targeted KOL partnerships, publication planning, and scientific societies engagement

  • Medtronic (Full-time · 8 yrs 7 mos)
    • Medical Affairs Manager
      May 2015 - Apr 2018 · 3 yrs

      • Established and chaired EMEA investigator-initiated research board, managing a strategic portfolio of over 30 international studies. Led the grant management system transformation • Served as a subject matter expert in Diabetes, supporting Regulatory affairs in completing Clinical Evaluation Report aligned with the MDR requirements • Managed Promomaterial review process and Advisory Boards.

    • Clinical Research Manager
      Sep 2012 - May 2015 · 2 yrs 9 mos

      • Managed Phase II - IV studies for subcutaneous glucose sensor and Insulin pump products. Generated clinical & health economic evidences securing reimbursement across 5 major European markets • Led cross-functional clinical study teams, hired and developed new team members, managed budgets, and project timelines. • Collaborated with marketing on launch readiness. Reviewed clinical data, provided expert analysis, and contributed to study reports and publications.

    • Clinical Research Specialist
      Oct 2009 - Aug 2012 · 2 yrs 11 mos

      Directed the multinational, multi-center INTERPRET post-market study across 15 countries (30 clinical sites) and designed complex Phase II/III studies of investigational products

  • Business Development Manager at Xytis Pharmaceuticals
    Oct 2006 - Dec 2008 · 2 yrs 3 mos

    Start-up portfolio (Phase I schizophrenia; Phase II traumatic brain injury). Supported fundraising, investors relations, and regular presentations to the Board. Responsible for portfolio assessment of early-stage neuroscience programs, including pre-launch market mapping and competitors.