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Sima Reuven

Sima Reuven

Regulatory And Start-up Specialist
Caesarea

Summary

Extensive experience across roles as a CRA, Project Manager, Business Developer, and Study Start-Up Specialist confers a unique skill set, combining operational excellence, strategic vision, regulatory expertise, and versatile communication skills. This multifaceted background positions me to drive efficiency, foster innovation, navigate challenges, and contribute significantly to the success of pharmaceutical endeavors. Gained several advantages due to diverse roles I have played within the pharmaceutical industry: Versatility and Comprehensive Understanding of the drug development lifecycle, from initial research to clinical trials, regulatory compliance, and business aspects. Operational Efficiency and Strategic Planning as a CRA, Project Manager, and Start-Up Specialist fosters efficient project planning, execution, risk assessment, and timeline management in clinical trials. Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance - experience across roles contributed to a deeper understanding of regulatory standards, ensuring compliance throughout the drug development process. Comprehensive oversight of trial operations, from start-up to execution, allowed improvement of quality control and risk management strategies. Leadership and Problem-Solving - experience across roles cultivated strong leadership qualities, decision-making skills, and the ability to guide teams through complex projects. Versatility to handle challenges efficiently, using a diverse skill set to address issues from multiple perspectives. Regulatory Specialist - Ensuring that all aspects of clinical trials comply with regulatory requirements set forth by relevant authorities like Local Ethical Committees in Israel (the Helsinki committees), Ministry of Health, FDA and EMA. Documentation and Submissions: Overseeing the preparation, compilation, development of essential documents such as Informed Consent Form, Study Protocol, Monitoring Plan, Patients’ facing documents and more, and submission of regulatory documents required for clinical trials. Top of Form Direct involvement with submitting a CTA to the European Union (EU) via CTD format (electronic submission platform). Direct involvement with submitting a pack for approval by the U.S. FDA via FDA ESG (electronic submission platform) for NDA, and IND. Business Developer in a CRO – Played pivotal role in driving the growth and success of the organization by fostering relationships with clients and seeking new business opportunities. Identified potential clients within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare sectors aligned with the CRO's services and capabilities. Created compelling proposals and presentations tailored to client needs, showcasing the CRO's expertise, services, and value proposition. Engaged in negotiations, defined contract terms, and finalized agreements to secure partnerships or projects. Conducted market analysis to identify industry trends, competitor analysis, and potential areas for business growth or diversification. Formulated business development strategies aligned with the CRO's goals, identified target markets, and devised plans to penetrate or expand in those markets. Creative Operations Specialist skillful in executing effective operating rhythms and management systems structures. Expertise in analyzing, articulating and solving various problems. Analytical and organized professional comfortable working independently or as part of team. Talented at developing strategies, setting goals and training employees. Confident and decisive when communicating goals and vision to succeed. First-class problem solver with excellent interpersonal skills. Proven track record of successfully managing multiple freelance assignments concurrently, meeting deadlines and client satisfaction. Possessing excellent communication skills while interacting effectively with both technical and non-technical personnel at all levels. Experienced Study start-up and regulatory specialist successfully delivering services on contract or project basis to clients in various industries and specialties. Demonstrated ability to provide expert advice and guidance, helping clients improve market position. Enthusiastic about providing professional support in different environments. Forward-thinking Operations Specialist bringing 23 years of expertise in clinical trials for pharmaceutical sector businesses. Cultivates rapport with individuals to optimize project goals and output, resolve complex problems and deliver innovative improvement strategies. Proficient in state of the art software. Team Leader experienced in directing activities in clinical trials setting. Talented at developing strategies, setting goals and training employees. Confident and decisive when communicating goals and vision to succeed. First-class problem solver with excellent interpersonal skills. Team Leader experienced in directing activities in clinical trials setting. Talented at developing strategies, setting goals and training employees. Confident and decisive when communicating goals and vision to succeed. First-class problem solver with excellent interpersonal skills. Goal-driven regulatory affairs dedicated to providing high-quality construction services to discerning clients. Offering first-rate construction management and field supervision expertise. Skillful in working with architects, inspectors, designers and subcontractors to accomplish high-quality project work. Team Leader experienced in directing activities in clinical trials setting. Talented at developing strategies, setting goals and training employees. Confident and decisive when communicating goals and vision to succeed. First-class problem solver with excellent interpersonal skills. Talented at developing strategies, setting goals and training employees. Confident and decisive when communicating goals and vision to succeed. First-class problem solver with excellent interpersonal skills. Talented at developing strategies, setting goals and training employees. Confident and decisive when communicating goals and vision to succeed. First-class problem solver with excellent interpersonal skills. Team Leader experienced in directing activities in regulatory affairs setting. Talented at developing strategies, setting goals and training employees. Confident and decisive when communicating goals and vision to succeed. First-class problem solver with excellent interpersonal skills. Offering first-rate construction management and field supervision expertise. Skillful in working with architects, inspectors, designers and subcontractors to accomplish high-quality project work. Offering first-rate construction management and field supervision expertise. Skillful in working with architects, inspectors, designers and subcontractors to accomplish high-quality project work. Talented at developing strategies, setting goals and training employees. Confident and decisive when communicating goals and vision to succeed. First-class problem solver with excellent interpersonal skills.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Clinical Study Start-Up Specialist (contractor)

Iqvia Biotech, CRO
03.2020 - Current
  • Start-Up phase of various therapeutic areas such as Oncology, Neurology, Obesity, Diabetes (drug and medical device)
  • Focusing on regulatory compliance; document development and management (study protocol, ICFs, patients facing documents, questionnaires and more), submission packs to regulatory authorities, follow up on committees and MOH queries / rejections / approvals, Budget and CTA negotiation, stakeholder communication, site activation, Drug shipments to Israel.
  • Complied with research protocols by providing ongoing quality control audits
  • Monitored unit budget to meet financial objectives for spend rate and funding
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems
  • Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities
  • Collaborated with clients to define project requirements and deliverables

Senior CRA (contractor)

Iqvia Biotech, CRO
07.2020 - 03.2023
  • Senior CRA - CNV study (Cerenovus, J&J)

Senior CRA (contractor)

Ayala Pharmaceuticals, USA
07.2019 - 09.2020
  • A phase II ACC & TNBC oncology studies
  • Activities; SEV, Budget and CTA negotiation, SIV, MVs and Regulatory affairs

Senior CRA (contractor)

GW Pharmaceuticals, the UK (acquired by Jazz Pharmaceuticals, the US)
03.2014 - 09.2020
  • Phase II & III neurology (epilepsy, Dravet syndrome) study
  • Activities: SEVs, Regulatory submissions Budget and CTA negotiation, MVs, SIVs, COVs

Senior CRA (contractor)

Erasmus, the Netherlands
01.2018 - 04.2020
  • Phase I&II in ALL patients' studies
  • Activities; SEV, Budget and CTA negotiation, SIV, MVs and Regulatory affairs

Regulatory specialist & Clinical Monitoring Liaison (contractor)

Kiadis Pharma, the Netherlands
01.2016 - 01.2020
  • A phase II study in advanced therapeutics, hematologic malignancy (stem cells)
  • Activities: SEVs, Budget and CTA negotiation, SIVs, Regulatory submissions, monitoring liaison

Senior CRA (contractor)

Cellect Biotherapeutics, Israel
06.2016 - 12.2019
  • A phase II in advanced therapeutics, hematologic malignancy study
  • Activities; SEV, Budget and CTA negotiation, SIV, MVs, COV, Regulatory affairs

Study Start Up Specialist (contractor)

INC, CRO
02.2016 - 12.2016
  • Phase II genetic studies in oncology (breast cancer & non-Hodgkin lymphoma)
  • Activities: submission pack to the LECs and the MOH

Local Project Manager (contractor)

Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, USA
01.2013 - 08.2014
  • A phase II oncology, breast cancer study
  • Activities: Sites identifications, local vendors services, SEVs, Regulatory submissions, SIVs

Local Project Manager (contractor)

Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, USA
02.2012 - 06.2014
  • A phase III hematology, T-cell lymphoma study
  • Activities: Sites identifications, local vendors services, SEVs, Regulatory submissions, SIVs

Senior CRA (contractor)

Allergan, the UK
02.2012 - 11.2013
  • A phase II ophthalmology (glaucoma) study
  • Activities; SEV, SEV, Regulatory submissions, Budget and CTA negotiation, SIV, MVs, COV

Senior CRA (contractor)

Aposense, Israel
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • A phase II-IND Radiotherapy study
  • Activities; SEV, Regulatory submissions, SIV, MVs, COV

Business developer (contractor)

IATEC BV, CRO, the Netherlands
05.2007 - 06.2011
  • Business developer - Manager of the local (Israel) CRO branch
  • Played pivotal role in driving the growth and success of the organization by fostering relationships with clients and seeking new business opportunities, supervised 4 employees in the local office

Senior CRA (contractor)

FoldRx, USA
02.2009 - 10.2010
  • A phase IV study (nervous system, TTR gene)
  • Activities; SEV, Regulatory submissions, SIV, MVs, COV

Senior CRA (contractor)

Biogen IDEC, the UK
10.2007 - 12.2008
  • A phase II study in Multiple Sclerosis
  • Activities; SEV, Regulatory submissions, Budget, and CTA negotiation, SIV, MVs, COV

Senior CRA (contractor)

Hoffman la Roche, Israel
06.2007 - 12.2008
  • A phase III study Rheumatology
  • Activities: SIVs, MVs and regulatory affairs

Senior CRA (contractor)

Hoffman la Roche, Israel
02.2007 - 12.2007
  • A phase III study Oncology (breast cancer)
  • Activities: Regulatory affairs, SIVs, MVs

Senior CRA (full time employee)

PPD, CRO, Israel
07.2005 - 03.2007
  • Phase III respiratory study in neonatal
  • Activities: SIV, MVs, COV

Lead CRA (full time employee)

NotalVision Ltd. Israel
06.2004 - 06.2005
  • A phase IIb study - ophthalmology medical device
  • Activities: Protocol, ICF and patient’s facing documents development, SEV, Regulatory submissions, SIV

Education

Some College (No Degree) - History And Philosophy

Haifa University, Israel
Haifa, HA

Biology (3 basic courses) - undefined

Open University of Tel-Aviv, Israel

Skills

    Operations Management

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Timeline

Senior CRA (contractor)

Iqvia Biotech, CRO
07.2020 - 03.2023

Clinical Study Start-Up Specialist (contractor)

Iqvia Biotech, CRO
03.2020 - Current

Senior CRA (contractor)

Ayala Pharmaceuticals, USA
07.2019 - 09.2020

Senior CRA (contractor)

Erasmus, the Netherlands
01.2018 - 04.2020

Senior CRA (contractor)

Cellect Biotherapeutics, Israel
06.2016 - 12.2019

Study Start Up Specialist (contractor)

INC, CRO
02.2016 - 12.2016

Regulatory specialist & Clinical Monitoring Liaison (contractor)

Kiadis Pharma, the Netherlands
01.2016 - 01.2020

Senior CRA (contractor)

GW Pharmaceuticals, the UK (acquired by Jazz Pharmaceuticals, the US)
03.2014 - 09.2020

Local Project Manager (contractor)

Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, USA
01.2013 - 08.2014

Local Project Manager (contractor)

Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, USA
02.2012 - 06.2014

Senior CRA (contractor)

Allergan, the UK
02.2012 - 11.2013

Senior CRA (contractor)

Aposense, Israel
01.2011 - 01.2013

Senior CRA (contractor)

FoldRx, USA
02.2009 - 10.2010

Senior CRA (contractor)

Biogen IDEC, the UK
10.2007 - 12.2008

Senior CRA (contractor)

Hoffman la Roche, Israel
06.2007 - 12.2008

Business developer (contractor)

IATEC BV, CRO, the Netherlands
05.2007 - 06.2011

Senior CRA (contractor)

Hoffman la Roche, Israel
02.2007 - 12.2007

Senior CRA (full time employee)

PPD, CRO, Israel
07.2005 - 03.2007

Lead CRA (full time employee)

NotalVision Ltd. Israel
06.2004 - 06.2005

Some College (No Degree) - History And Philosophy

Haifa University, Israel

Biology (3 basic courses) - undefined

Open University of Tel-Aviv, Israel
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