Sharmila Kopan De Queirós
About Sharmila Kopan De Queirós
Sharmila Kopan De Queirós serves as the Acting Senior Director of Medical Affairs for EMEA at BridgeBio, a position she has held since 2022. With a robust background in medical affairs across various organizations, she has developed significant expertise in therapy areas such as rare diseases, neurology, and oncology.
Work at BridgeBio
Sharmila Kopan De Queirós has been serving as the Acting Senior Director of Medical Affairs for EMEA at BridgeBio since 2022. In this role, she oversees medical strategies and initiatives across the EMEA region, contributing to the company's mission of advancing innovative therapies. Her leadership in medical affairs is integral to the organization’s efforts in addressing unmet medical needs.
Previous Experience in Medical Affairs
Before her current position, Sharmila held various roles in medical affairs across multiple organizations. She worked as a Medical Affairs Consultant at Takeda Oncology from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, she served as the EMEA Medical Affairs Leader for Epilepsy at Eisai EMEA from 2011 to 2013. Her experience also includes roles at Roche, Abbott, and Zogenix, where she focused on building medical teams and developing strategic plans.
Education and Expertise
Sharmila Kopan De Queirós holds a Master of Science (M.Sc.) from King's College London, which she completed from 1998 to 2000. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) from The University of Edinburgh between 1993 and 1997. Her educational background is complemented by extensive experience in various therapy areas, including rare diseases, neurology, and oncology, which enhances her expertise in medical affairs.
Career Background in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Sharmila has a diverse career in the pharmaceutical industry, having worked in various capacities since 2005. Her roles have included Clinical Study Manager at GSK and Bioanalyst at Pfizer. She has also held senior positions at Roche, where she was involved in both established products and oncology franchises. Her career reflects a commitment to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient outcomes.
Leadership and Team Development
Throughout her career, Sharmila has demonstrated a strong focus on leadership and team development. She has built medical teams and developed strategic and operational plans, receiving positive feedback from colleagues for her coaching abilities. Her collaborative approach with healthcare professionals and advocacy groups has contributed to her understanding of community needs and the healthcare landscape.