Sheila Hittesdorf
About Sheila Hittesdorf
Sheila Hittesdorf is the Veterans Community Network Workforce Pillar Lead and Senior Scientific Writer - Immuno-Oncology at Bristol Myers Squibb in Lawrenceville, NJ, with over 14 years of professional biological science experience.
Title and Current Roles
Sheila Hittesdorf currently holds the position of Veterans Community Network (VCN) Workforce Pillar Lead at Bristol Myers Squibb in Lawrenceville, NJ. Additionally, she is employed as a Senior Scientific Writer focusing on Immuno-Oncology at the same company, also based in Lawrenceville, NJ.
Previous Positions
Sheila Hittesdorf has held several positions at Bristol Myers Squibb prior to her current roles. From 2015 to 2017, she worked as a Clinical Scientist in Immuno-Oncology and Immunoscience in Hopewell, NJ. Before that, she served as a Manager of Thought Leader Engagements in Oncology and Immuno-Oncology from 2014 to 2015 in Plainsboro, NJ. Additionally, she held a position as a Senior Protocol/Project/Program Manager consultant from 2013 to 2014 in Plainsboro, NJ. Earlier in 2013, she was a Senior Project/Program Manager consultant at AstraZeneca in Wilmington, Delaware.
Educational Background
Sheila Hittesdorf has a comprehensive educational background. She earned a Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Research Organization and Management from Drexel University College of Medicine, completing her studies in 2017. She also obtained an MS Graduate Certificate in Regulatory and Quality Compliance from Purdue University in 2010. Additionally, she achieved a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Horticulture and Business from the University of Wisconsin - Madison, completing this degree in 2006.
Professional Experience
Sheila Hittesdorf has over 14 years of professional experience in biological sciences, including 11 years dedicated to writing preclinical and clinical Phase 1-4 trial documents across various therapeutic areas. She has managed up to 120 studies simultaneously for large pharmaceutical sponsors, ensuring deadlines and budgets were met. Known for her advanced problem-solving skills, Sheila has a proven track record in maintaining regulatory and quality compliance while prioritizing patient safety. Her experience extends to starting up sites and leading multicultural project teams in virtual and global settings.
Skills and Expertise
Sheila Hittesdorf possesses advanced skills in organization, time management, and attention to detail. She has built and managed strategic partnerships, focusing on creating training materials and process improvements to eliminate non-value-added work. Her expertise includes developing and managing multicultural project teams, always with a focus on patient-centered decision-making. Her extensive experience includes work as both a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) and Clinical Scientist, equipping her with invaluable industry knowledge and skills.