Ina Goldberg, NP-C, MA, MBA
732-***-**** ad1rcw@r.postjobfree.com
New York, NY linkedin.com/in/inagoldberg1/
Healthcare Professional / Scientific Communications/Clinical Research
Results-driven pharmaceutical industry manager leading and developing Field Medical Science teams in Rare Diseases/Endocrinology/GI. Collaborated with Medical Affairs, Marketing, Sales, Medical Information, Medical Communication and Clinical Development to create successful strategies for new product launches as well as for mature products.
Professional Experience
THERATECHNOLOGIES March 2021-Nov. 2023
Senior Medical Science Liaison – NY/NJ/New England
Educated healthcare professionals on scientific/clinical data related to specialty medications for HIV/AIDS in patients with multi-drug resistance (TROGARZO ) and those with lipodystrophy (EGRIFTA SV )
Coordinated national and regional Medical Advisory Boards
Identified and implemented projects to improve internal processes (eg. Medical Information, conference coverage, Medical Liaison training and mentoring)
Established and maintained collaborative relationships with Key Opinion Leaders in Infectious Diseases, Endocrinologists, Internists
Recruited clinical trial sites and supported patient enrollment
SYNEOS HEALTH/ ATHENEX ONCOLOGY PARTNERSHIP October 2020-March 2021
Oncology Nurse Educator - Field-based position covering NY/N.NJ
·Provide clinical education through scientific presentations and review of patient tools and resources on metastatic breast cancer to Advanced Practice Oncology Nurses, Oncology Nurses and Nurse Navigators, Pharmacists and Physician Assistants at academic cancer centers and specialty practices in New York and Northern New Jersey
·Integrate clinical, behavioral, economic and knowledge of metastatic breast cancer to enhance disease state awareness to target healthcare professionals
Support compliant pre-launch disease state educational activities on behalf of Athenex Oncology, a global clinical stage pharmaceutical company
NYC HEALTH & HOSPITALS CORPORATION June 2020-October 2020
Supervisor, COVID-19 Contact Tracer Program
Managed a remote team of 45 Contact Tracers (Monitors) throughout NYC to oversee, support and train NYC’s initiative to contain the spread of COVID-19 by educating the community on quarantining protocols and resources available to maintain their safety
·Team selected to participate in special project related to supporting initiative for Traveler’s entering New York City
·Analyzed trends in case details, recognizes clinical and logistical issues of contacts and cases, proposes solutions and provides leadership with appropriate feedback
·Delivered and facilitated bi-weekly training sessions
·Collaborated with cross-functional departmental colleagues to enhance contact and case completions of quarantine and education of available resources
TAKEDA PHARMACEUTICALS (formerly Shire Pharmaceuticals) Feb. 2016-April 2020
Medical Science Liaison Director, Rare Metabolic (Endocrine) Diseases April 2019-April 2020
Recruited, hired, and managed a national US team of seven (7) Medical Science Liaisons in Rare Metabolic (Endocrine) Diseases therapeutic area.
Led team through the successful integration of new processes and multiple organizational changes, including unintended product regulatory issues to assure consistency for merged companies.
Planned, developed, and implemented extensive 12-week training curriculum for newly hired MSLs, with midterm and end-of-training certification.
Led the planning for MSLs’ roles and responsibilities at national scientific conferences, including vendor support, KOL interactions, training, and medical booth support.
Completed ongoing performance evaluations, including coaching, identifying, and supporting developmental goals, bi-monthly field observational days with each MSL in their geography.
Coached MSLs to solve problems related to KOL management, territory, or project issues, for example
Collaborated and aligned with US and Global Medical Directors to identify, execute, and evaluate annual medical strategies and tactics.
Regional Medical Team Lead (Endo/GI) – Global Medical Affairs February 2017- April 2019
Developed and managed a team of 9 Medical Science Liaisons across U.S.
Defined territory and staffing requirements and MSL activity plans.
Managed delivery against MSL activity plans; monitored field team performance and implemented initiatives to drive organizational excellence.
Collaborated with Head of Therapeutic Area Medical Strategy and/or Global Medical Lead/Team Lead and Shared Medical Services to ensure US field team receives needed training and support, in alignment with Business Unit objectives.
Senior Medical Science Liaison (GI/IM) – Global Medical Affairs February 2016-February 2017
Provided scientific and clinical data to national, regional, and local healthcare professionals (endocrinologists and gastroenterologists) in NJ/Phila/E.PA/DE on rare diseases related to hypoparathyroidism and short bowel syndrome.
Supported ongoing observational registry clinical trials to enhance knowledge and treatment management of hypoparathyroidism and short bowel syndrome.
Recognized as regional medical resource on endocrine product, NATPARA® and gastroenterology product, GATTEX® to promote medical education for internal commercial colleagues and external thought leaders.
Bristol-Myers Squibb May 1999-December 2015
HIV Regional Field Medical Scientist December 2014-December 2015
Managed a team of 7 Medical Science Liaisons supporting BMS HIV product strategies and objectives through education of National, Regional and Local healthcare professionals throughout the US treating patients with HIV/AIDS.
Accountable for helping to create annual HIV Medical Plan for Field Medical Science team incorporating clinical and payor knowledge of HIV landscape.
Developed and implemented launch plans for new BMS HIV product: EvoTaz.®
Supported Investigator selection and follow-up processes related to Phase III HIV clinical trials.
Regional Associate Director: East Region (HIV & Hepatitis) July 2007 – December 2014
Built and managed a highly performing team of 11 Medical Science Liaisons (all healthcare professionals) by assessing, selecting, and developing team members.
Inspired and strategically led a national team of HIV and Hepatitis/HIV Field Medical Science Liaisons to support the achievement of overall brand strategies and priorities for REYATAZ® (atazanavir), efavirenz (SUSTIVA®, ATRIPLA®) and BARACLUDE.
Developed quality and extensive professional relationships with physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Pharmacists in field of Infectious Diseases, Hepatology, Gastroenterology, Internists caring for patients with HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C.
Additional Relevant Experience
Senior HIV Medical Science Liaison (NE), Plainsboro, NJ June 1999-July 2007
Bristol Myers Squibb / DuPont Pharmaceuticals Company
Accountable for fostering and maintaining relationships with Clinical Investigators, & Thought Leaders, & healthcare providers in both academic and community settings.
Hoffmann-LaRoche February 1990-May 1999
Group Leader-Virology, Oncology, Transplant /Senior Product Services Manager January 1996-May 1999
Department of Medical Affairs/Professional Services
Supervised the overall activities of four Senior Product Services Managers to assure quality medical and product information.
Senior Education and Training Consultant February 1990-June 1995
Created and developed multi-disciplinary curricula for newly hired and tenured clinicians and researchers to enhance their on boarding skills and job-related responsibilities.
Coordinated international training workshops for Roche global sites of research and medical affairs.
Supervised research monitors at Roche clinical trial sites to assess learning and training needs.
Reviewed educational and promotional materials for scientific accuracy and comprehensiveness.
New York University Medical Center June 1976-February 1990
Department of Nursing & Case Management June 1995-January 1996
Case Manager - Medical Service
Coordinated interdisciplinary hospital services to facilitate patient/family transitions from acute care to home & placement.
Developed critical pathways to standardize disease management.
Negotiated with regulatory, home care and managed care agencies to support patient/family and organizational goals.
Senior Nursing Inservice Instructor for Staff Development and Training January 1980-February 1990
Designed and administered training programs for six acute care medical and surgical patient care units.
Maintained educational budget for Inservice Training Department.
Created mentorship program for all newly-hired nurses.
Developed an institution-wide process for coordinating hospital personnel responding to patient emergencies.
Covered all shifts for orientation and training of nursing staff.
Team Leader - 4 Critical Care Units June 1976-January 1980
Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in cardiothoracic, medical, surgical and coronary care units.
Supervised 10 professional and non-professional staff members.
Trained nursing staff on new policies, equipment, introduction of electronic charting and ad hoc patient and caregiver issues, as needed.
New York Medical College/Flower and Fifth Ave. Hospitals, New York, NY Oct. 1968-Sept. 1974
Unit Manager - Special Care Unit (June 1971-Sept. 1974)
Assistant to Dean of Admissions and Medical Affairs (Oct. 1968-June 1971)
Education
Adult Primary Care Nurse Practitioner - New York University / Post-Master’s Advanced Practice Certificate 2005
Marketing Management - Baruch College, City University of New York MBA 1989
Nursing Administration - New York University MA 1980
Nursing - Cornell University/New York Hospital School of Nursing BSN 1976
Education and Sociology - New York University BS 1968
Licenses & Certifications
Nurse Practitioner in Adult Health, New York # F304290
Registered Professional Nurse, New York # 286482
Registered Professional Nurse, New Jersey # 77509
Formerly certified as an ACRN (AIDS Certified Registered Nurse) by the HIV/AIDS Nursing Certification Board
Awards
Distinguished Alumni Award 2021 – Cornell University-New York Hospital School of Nursing
Global Medical Affairs Leadership Team Award (peer nominated) – Shire Pharmaceuticals
Allen Brown Memorial Award for exemplary creativity, energy, and “can-do” attitude – Bristol-Myers Squibb
Distinguished Post-Masters Certificate Student Award – New York University
Bristol-Myers Squibb President's Award for outstanding leadership (driving enrollment for Early Access Program)
“Managing Challenges” Award – Bristol-Myers Squibb Virology
Professional Associations
Endocrine Society Association of Nurses in AIDS Care Infectious Diseases Society of America
Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association Drug Information Association
Cornell University Nursing Alumni Association - Vice President
Oncology Nursing Society
Volunteer Activities
God’s Love We Deliver - prepped and delivered meals to homebound New Yorkers
Cycle for Survival - Memorial Sloan-Kettering fundraising sports event supporting cancer research
Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly - weekly calls to isolated elderly in the community during COVID-19
Fresh Air Fund - presented Health & Medicine session at Career Fair for middle and high school students