RIHAN EL BEZAWY
Milan
Summary
Strategic and visionary Medical Affairs Leader with over 10 years of experience in oncology, dermatology, and translational research. Demonstrated expertise in leading cross-functional teams, shaping therapeutic area strategies, and driving scientific excellence. Committed to advancing patient care through innovative solutions and collaborative partnerships. Multilingual in Arabic, English, and Italian, enhancing communication and engagement in diverse environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Affairs Lead – Dermatology & Oncology
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
11.2023 - Current
- Leading medical strategy and execution across oncology and dermatology.
- Managing high-performing teams and driving cross-functional alignment.
- Communicating with impact and adapting quickly in dynamic environments.
Oncology Asset Lead
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
01.2023 - Current
- Providing strategic leadership for oncology assets.
- Aligning national and global medical strategies.
- Supporting lifecycle management and launch readiness.
Senior Medical Advisor – Oncology
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
10.2022 - 10.2024
- Driving pre- and post-launch medical strategy, congress planning, and scientific publications.
- Building KOL advocacy and delivering strategic insights for regulatory and market access success.
- Collaborating cross-functionally to differentiate products, optimize adoption, and tailor stakeholder engagement.
Senior Medical Advisor – Pipeline
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Mapping and engaging KOLs to support strategic positioning and early clinical development.
- Collaborating with clinical and cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and optimize brand planning.
- Delivering tailored medical education through impactful presentations and customized training materials.
Medical Advisor – Pipeline
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Delivering scientific support and strategic messaging for early-stage assets and product launches.
- Educating internal teams and healthcare providers to enhance communication and clinical engagement.
- Facilitating cross-functional collaboration to ensure trial readiness, compliance, and market positioning.
External Jr Medical Advisor
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Provided scientific advice and support for assigned products;
- Engaged with external stakeholders to ensure accurate and impactful communication;
- Supported medical education initiatives and product positioning strategies.
Medical Affairs Intern
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Supporting medical-scientific activities and cross-functional collaboration in oncology and pipeline teams.
- Developing analytical and organizational skills through data analysis, content creation, and deadline-driven multitasking.
- Contributing to stakeholder engagement and team effectiveness through presentations, workshops, and collaborative projects.
Postdoctoral Researcher
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
07.2018 - 05.2021
- Conducting translational oncology research and publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
- Mentoring junior researchers and supervising lab teams to ensure scientific rigor and development.
- Presenting findings at major conferences and contributing to grant writing and strategic scientific planning.
PhD Fellow
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
09.2014 - 07.2018
- Conducting translational oncology research and publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
- Mentoring junior researchers and supervising lab teams to ensure scientific rigor and development.
- Presenting findings at major conferences and contributing to grant writing and strategic scientific planning.
Education
PhD - Life Sciences and Health
The Open University
01.2018
Ph.D. - Life Sciences
Fondazione Umberto Veronesi
Milan, Italy01.2021
II Level Master - Coaching Excellence & NLP
Unicomunicazione
01.2019
Grantsmanship Masterclass - undefined
Villa Porro Pirelli
01.2019
Master's Degree - Medical Biotechnology and Molecular Medicine
University of Milan
01.2013
Ph.D. - Life Sciences
The Open University
UK07-2018
Skills
- Leading medical strategy across oncology and dermatology
- Managing and mentoring high-performing medical teams
- Driving cross-functional collaboration and alignment
- Conducting translational oncology research
- Publishing in peer-reviewed scientific journals
- Presenting at international medical congresses
- Supporting clinical development and trial readiness
- Engaging KOLs and external stakeholders
- Developing scientific content and training materials
- Ensuring regulatory and promotional compliance
- Contributing to market access and brand strategy
- Communicating complex data with clarity and impact
Languages
English – Professional
Arabic – Native
Italian – Native
Timeline
Medical Affairs Lead – Dermatology & Oncology
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
11.2023 - Current
Senior Medical Advisor – Pipeline
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
07.2023 - 09.2023
Oncology Asset Lead
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
01.2023 - Current
Senior Medical Advisor – Oncology
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
10.2022 - 10.2024
Medical Advisor – Pipeline
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
03.2022 - 06.2022
External Jr Medical Advisor
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
01.2022 - 03.2022
Medical Affairs Intern
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
05.2021 - 12.2021
Postdoctoral Researcher
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
07.2018 - 05.2021
PhD Fellow
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
09.2014 - 07.2018
Grantsmanship Masterclass - undefined
Villa Porro Pirelli
Master's Degree - Medical Biotechnology and Molecular Medicine
University of Milan
PhD - Life Sciences and Health
The Open University
Ph.D. - Life Sciences
Fondazione Umberto Veronesi
II Level Master - Coaching Excellence & NLP
Unicomunicazione
Ph.D. - Life Sciences
The Open University
Publications
- El Bezawy R, et al. Cancers. 2020;12(6):1462
- Rotundo F, Cominetti D, El Bezawy R, et al. Cells. 2020;9(2):E435
- El Bezawy R, et al. Exp Clin Cancer Res. 2019;38(1):51
- El Bezawy R, et al. Cancer Lett. 2017;395:53–62
- El Bezawy R, et al. J Hematol Oncol. 2017;10(1):19
Awards
Best Young Researcher Award – Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Post-Doctoral Fellowships – Fondazione Umberto Veronesi (2019, 2020, 2021), Cancer Core Europe Summer School in Translational Cancer Research (2019), GRANTSMANSHIP MASTERCLASS (2019), Best Oral Presentation – 4th PhD Students Meeting (2017)
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