Mohamed Alsabri

A result-driven neuropharmacology scientist with in-depth expertise in conducting and coordinating molecular biology studies. Proven hands-on expertise in development and validation of molecular biological analytical methods. Excel in method development/optimization, lab management, cross-functional collaboration and business development.

Recognised by colleagues as an approachable problem solver with a collaborative spirit who gets things done professionally and brings enthusiasm to the workplace. Passionate about improving patients' lives by advanced research.

Graduate Research Assistant & PhD Researcher at Functional Pharmacology and Neuroscience, Uppsala University (2019-07 – 2024-09)

Conducted and coordinated molecular biology studies with expertise in assay development and validation

• Led the development, testing, and optimization of molecular assays such as DNA/RNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, including optimizing protocols and troubleshooting and refining assays
• Independently planned, executed, and analyzed multiple molecular biology experiments, ensuring adherence to SOPs and GLP, culminating in completing six studies advancing neuropharmacology
• Managed lab operations, including sample management, developing protocols, initiating purchasing and tracking shipments of reagents, handling invoices, and mentoring budgets
• Established scientific partnerships with research groups across the EU and outsourced experiments to CROs, accelerating the timelines of six projects by 25%, as evidenced by completing two postgraduate degrees in three years instead of five
• Analysed and interpreted, contextualised and conceptualized, wrote manuscripts and presented findings to internal and external interdisciplinary teams, ensured high standard of data traceability, reproducibility and integrity, culminating in ten publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Taught, trained and mentored 11 junior scientists on molecular techniques, including data analysis and presentation
• Wrote technical and regulatory documents and ensured laboratory operations adherence to GLP, SOPs, and internal QA/QC protocols

Chairperson of Doctoral Candidate Association at SULF (Swedish Association of University Teachers and Researchers) (2023-05 – Present)

Direct national projects focusing on improving doctoral candidates' conditions across Swedish Universities

• Successfully directed eight national projects focusing on improving doctoral candidates' conditions across Swedish Universities
• Led multidisciplinary, multinational teams of 13+ members, organised ten national events, established communication channels between university leadership, government officials and trade union stakeholders to advocate policy changes for the betterment of the PhD community

Medical Representative at GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) (2012-11 – 2016-04)

Cultivated patient-focused relationships with healthcare professionals and executed medical field activities

• Cultivated patient-focused relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and healthcare professionals, educating them on GSK medications and addressing their concerns
• Collaborated with medical affairs and KOLs and executed medical field activities, including group presentations, seminars, and symposiums
• Developed and executed quarterly business plans, including identifying market opportunities and KPIs, and developing medical field activities, resulting in maintaining sales growth for 3 consecutive years and a recognition award from the Country Manager
• Collaborated with internal teams to manage product launches, training programs, and promotional activities, ensuring alignment between R&D and commercial teams

Vice chairperson at Uppsala Network for Future Global Leaders, Swedish Institute (2017 – 2019)

Leadership role in Swedish Institute network

PhD in Medical Science (Drug Discovery) – Uppsala University (2021-05 – 2024-06)

Licentiate of Philosophy in Pharmacology – Uppsala University (2021-05 – 2023-06)

Master of Medical Science in Biomedicine – Uppsala University (2017-08 – 2019-06)