Current Organisation

Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi, Nigeria

Current Job Title

Chief Medical Officer

Biography

Project Title

Pfizer USA

EDCTP Project Call

EDCTP Clinical Research & Development Fellowship (R&D F)

Host Organisation

Project Objectives

The Career Development Fellowship at Pfizer aimed to advance my expertise in clinical research and development, focusing on innovative therapeutic solutions in the pharmaceutical industry. The fellowship's primary objectives were to enhance my skills in clinical trial design, data analysis, regulatory compliance, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Study Design

Placement

Project Summary

The Career Development Fellowship at Pfizer aimed to advance my expertise in clinical research and development, focusing on innovative therapeutic solutions in the pharmaceutical industry. The fellowship's primary objectives were to enhance my skills in clinical trial design, data analysis, regulatory compliance, and multidisciplinary collaboration. This program intended to prepare me for leadership roles in clinical development and contribute to the mission of delivering groundbreaking clinical research and trials. Work Performed From the beginning of the fellowship to the end of the covered period, I actively participated in the design and implementation of several clinical trials phase of the GBS vaccine clinical trial team. This included developing protocols, analysing clinical data, and preparing regulatory submissions. I served as a medical monitor, ensuring patient safety and data integrity. Additionally, I collaborated with various stakeholders, including biostatisticians, clinical investigators, and regulatory authorities, to drive the success of these trials. Main Results Achieved • Successfully designed and implemented multiple clinical trials. • Developed and refined clinical trial protocols and regulatory documents. • Ensured patient safety and data integrity as a medical monitor. • Fostered effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and external partners. Progress Beyond the State of the Art and Expected Potential Impact This fellowship has significantly advanced my understanding and application of cutting-edge clinical research methodologies. The experience has equipped me with the skills to innovate and improve clinical trial processes, contributing to the faster and more efficient development of new therapies. The potential socio-economic impact includes reduced time-to-market for critical medications, improved patient outcomes, and enhanced public health. The wider societal implications are profound, as this progress supports the development of treatments that address unmet medical needs, ultimately improving the quality of life for patients globally