Reza Samavati
Ouvert aux possibilitésSenior pharmacology and preclinical development leader
Toronto, ON
À propos
Senior pharmacology and preclinical development leader with 15+ years of experience across CRO, biotech, and academic environments. Expert in PK/PD study design and analysis, drug metabolism, toxicology, and translational research. Proven track record directing GLP/non-GLP studies, mentoring scientists, and delivering high-quality scientific reports for regulatory and client-facing purposes. Seeking to contribute expertise in project management, pharmacokinetics, drug metabolism, and study direction to a biotech or pharma organization.
Compétences
- Souci du détail
- Communication bilingue
- Communication
- Analyse de données
- Saisie de données
- Visualisation de données
- Anglais
- Premiers soins
- Gestion des stocks
- Leadership
- Apprentissage automatique
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Santé et sécurité au travail
- Sens de l’organisation
- Résolution de problèmes
- Gestion de projet
- Assurance qualité
- Travail d’équipe
- Gestion du temps
Expérience
Senior Study Director / Principal PK & QSP Expert
CSL Behring
sept. 2024 to Aujourd’hui
Marburg, Germany
• Design, plan, supervise, analyze, and report PK and PK/PD studies for preclinical and clinical programs. • Conduct drug–drug interaction (DDI) investigations and predictions using internal data, literature, and published sources. • Monitor external contracted studies and ensure scientific quality and alignment with project goals. • Provide scientific support for pharmacology studies across preclinical and clinical stages.
Study Director, Mammalian Toxicology
Charles River Laboratories Hungary Kft
juill. 2022 to juill. 2024
Veszprém, Hungary
• Designed, planned, and supervised GLP and non-GLP mammalian toxicology studies, including LLNA, GPMT/Buehler, AOT, ADT, and AET. • Ensured study conduct followed OECD and ISO guidelines and maintained compliance with regulatory standards. • Maintained regular communication with clients throughout study execution and provided timely updates. • Analyzed data, interpreted results, and prepared final study reports for client delivery.
Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapy
University of Szeged
janv. 2017 to juill. 2022
Szeged, Hungary
• Developed and applied a new ex vivo method for hepatic drug metabolism studies in male, female, and cross-sex hormone-treated rats. • Contributed to reproductive pharmacology projects and mechanistic studies on smooth muscle physiology (GI tract and uterus). • Trained and supervised PhD students and contributed to scientific training and project execution. • Delivered pharmacology teaching, seminars, practical sessions, and examinations.
Research Associate, Opioid Research Group
Hungarian Academy of Sciences, Biological Research Center, Institute of Biochemistry
nov. 2012 to sept. 2014
Szeged, Hungary
• Investigated the relationship between opioid and NMDA receptor function for pain management in rat brain. • Studied the potential of the opioid system for cancer therapy, including antimetastatic, antiproliferative, and apoptotic effects in mice. • Examined the correlation and co-localization of opioid–cannabinoid receptors in rat and mouse brain. • Evaluated the bioactivity of different bivalent peptides on opioid–cannabinoid receptors in rodents.
Research Assistant, Department of Pharmacodynamics and Biopharmacy
University of Szeged
sept. 2008 to juin 2012
Szeged, Hungary
• Developed a new method for investigation of uterine contractility in pregnant rats in vivo.
Formation
University of Szeged
PhD, Clinical Medicine (Neurology)
Szeged, Hungary
2014 to 2017
University of Szeged
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
Szeged, Hungary
2007 to 2012
Azad University
BSc, Biology
Boroujerd, Iran
1998 to 2001
Permis et certifications
FELASA Category C
University of Szeged, Department of Surgical Research
Langues
- allemandNotions de base