Ferdinand Schmidt
About Ferdinand Schmidt
Ferdinand Schmidt is a Clinical Research Associate/ Clinical Site Monitor at Bristol-Myers Squibb in Hamburg, Germany, with a background in Biological Sciences and extensive experience in clinical research.
Current Role at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Ferdinand Schmidt currently holds the position of Clinical Research Associate/Clinical Site Monitor at Bristol-Myers Squibb. Based in Hamburg, Germany, he has been with the company since December 2018. In this role, Schmidt is responsible for overseeing clinical trials and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, protocols, and ethical standards. His duties involve monitoring clinical sites, managing study documentation, and collaborating with various stakeholders to execute clinical research projects effectively.
Previous Experience at Covance
Before joining Bristol-Myers Squibb, Ferdinand Schmidt worked at Covance in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. He first served as a CRA Assistant from 2016 to 2017, during which time he supported the clinical research team with various administrative and data management tasks. He was then promoted to Clinical Research Associate, a role he held for 10 months in 2018. In these positions, Schmidt gained experience in the operational aspects of clinical trials, including site management, patient recruitment, and data collection.
Academic Background in Biological Sciences
Ferdinand Schmidt has a strong academic background in Biological Sciences. He obtained a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Biological Sciences from the Universität zu Köln, where he studied from 2013 to 2015. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) degree in General Biology from the same university, graduating in 2013 after a four-year program. His academic training has provided him with a solid foundation in biological research methodologies, data analysis, and scientific inquiry.
Initial Research Experience at Uniklinik Köln
In 2015, Ferdinand Schmidt gained his initial research experience at Uniklinik Köln, serving as a Wissenschaftliche Hilfskraft for five months. This role allowed him to apply his academic knowledge in a practical setting, contributing to various research projects and gaining firsthand experience in the medical research field. His responsibilities included assisting in data collection, supporting research protocols, and collaborating with research teams to advance clinical studies.