Ahsan Rizwan
About Ahsan Rizwan
Ahsan Rizwan is the Senior Director of Clinical Pharmacology at BeiGene in San Mateo County, California, with extensive experience in clinical pharmacology and a strong educational background.
Current Position at BeiGene
Ahsan Rizwan currently holds the position of Senior Director Clinical Pharmacology at BeiGene in San Mateo County, California, United States. His role involves leading clinical pharmacology efforts to advance the development of pharmaceuticals. With a strong focus on managing clinical studies, Ahsan plays a crucial part in driving the success of clinical programs within the company.
Previous Experience at BeiGene
Prior to his current role, Ahsan Rizwan served as Director, Clinical Pharmacology at BeiGene from 2019 to 2024. During his five-year tenure, he made significant contributions to clinical pharmacology studies and was instrumental in developing strategies for the effective use of medications. His experience at BeiGene has positioned him as a key leader in the field.
Professional Background
Ahsan Rizwan has a diverse professional background spanning various roles and prestigious companies. He worked as Director and Associate Director, Clinical Pharmacology at Nektar Therapeutics in the San Francisco Bay Area. Before that, he served as Manager, Pharmacokinetics, Modeling & Simulation at Astellas Pharma in the Greater Chicago Area. Additionally, he held the position of Pharmacokineticist at Quintiles Inc. in Overland Park, Kansas, and was a Fellow in Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics at GlaxoSmithKline in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area.
Educational Background
Ahsan Rizwan has an impressive educational foundation. He studied Clinical Pharmacokinetics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he achieved the prestigious GSK-Clinical Pharmacokinetics Fellowship. He earned his PhD in Molecular Biology, Physiology, and Organic Anion Transporters from The University of Göttingen. Additionally, he holds a Master’s degree in Pharmacy (Pharmacology) from Jamia Hamdard University in New Delhi.
Non-Profit Experience
Ahsan Rizwan has also been involved in non-profit activities, particularly with the National Association of Asian American Professionals - Greater Kansas City. From 2010 to 2012, he served as Director of Sponsorship and Corporate Relations, where he focused on building sponsorships and managing corporate relations to support the organization’s goals. This role highlights his ability to apply his skills beyond the pharmaceutical industry.