Ariola Bardhi
About Ariola Bardhi
Ariola Bardhi serves as the Associate Medical Director of Medical Strategy and Scientific Affairs at BGB Group, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences from Albert Einstein College of Medicine and has extensive experience in life sciences consulting and research.
Current Role at BGB Group
Ariola Bardhi serves as the Associate Medical Director for Medical Strategy and Scientific Affairs at BGB Group since 2021. In this role, she contributes to the development and execution of medical strategies that align with the company's objectives. Her responsibilities include overseeing scientific communications and ensuring that the medical content meets the highest standards of accuracy and relevance.
Previous Experience in Healthcare Consulting
Prior to her current position, Ariola Bardhi worked as a Senior Medical Writer at BGB Group from 2020 to 2021. She also gained experience as a Life Sciences Consultant at ClearView Healthcare Partners from 2018 to 2020. Her consulting roles involved providing insights and strategic recommendations to clients in the life sciences sector.
Educational Background in Biomedical Sciences
Ariola Bardhi completed her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biomedical Sciences, focusing on HIV-1 Immunology, at Albert Einstein College of Medicine from 2012 to 2018. She also earned a Master’s Degree in the same field from 2012 to 2014. Earlier, she obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biomedical Sciences from Averett University between 2008 and 2012.
Leadership and Community Involvement
Ariola Bardhi has demonstrated leadership in various capacities, including serving as Co-President of the Einstein Consulting Club in 2016 and as Graduate Reception Organizer Co-Chair at Albert Einstein College of Medicine from 2014 to 2015. She co-founded INet NYC, a student-run organization aimed at supporting foreign scientists in New York City, reflecting her commitment to fostering community and collaboration in the scientific field.
Expertise in Engineered Antibodies and Cell Therapies
Ariola Bardhi possesses expertise in engineered antibodies and cell therapies, particularly in the context of HIV therapeutics. Her academic and professional experiences have equipped her with a deep understanding of these advanced therapeutic areas, contributing to her effectiveness in medical strategy and scientific affairs.