Yoshiyuki Yamada
About Yoshiyuki Yamada
Yoshiyuki Yamada is the Senior Manager and Senior Japan Clinical Lead at Bristol Myers Squibb in Tokyo, Japan, with extensive experience in immunology, cardiovascular, and neuroscience therapeutic areas.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Yoshiyuki Yamada is currently serving as the Senior Manager, Senior Japan Clinical Lead at Bristol Myers Squibb in Tokyo, Japan. He took on this role in July 2023. In this capacity, he is responsible for leading clinical operations and initiatives in Japan, leveraging his extensive experience and expertise in therapeutic areas such as Immunology, Cardiovascular, and Neuroscience.
Previous Roles at Bristol Myers Squibb
Before his current role, Yoshiyuki Yamada had multiple assignments at Bristol Myers Squibb. He served as a Clinical Scientist for a short-term assignment in 2023 for five months. Prior to this, he was the Senior Manager, Medical Lead, Immunology, from 2021 to 2023, where he managed medical affairs and projects related to immunology in Tokyo, Japan.
Career at Merck
Yoshiyuki Yamada worked at the Healthcare Business of Merck in Tokyo, Japan, where he held positions from 2018 to 2021. He started as a Medical Science Liaison (MSL) for two years before being promoted to Associate Medical Manager, a role he held from 2020 to 2021. During his tenure, he engaged in medical operations and contributed to various healthcare projects.
Research Experience at Université de Genève
Yoshiyuki Yamada has an extensive research background, having worked at Université de Genève in Geneva, Switzerland. He was a Postdoctoral Researcher from 2013 to 2018, where he focused on neuroscience research. From 2014 to 2016, he was also a Marie Curie Research Fellow, contributing to significant research initiatives and projects funded by the European Union.
Academic Background at The University of Tokyo
Yoshiyuki Yamada has a robust academic foundation from The University of Tokyo. He earned a PhD in Neuroscience (2005-2009), a Master’s degree in Psychology (2003-2005), and a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology (1999-2003). His academic journey provided a strong basis for his expertise in neuroscience and other therapeutic areas, propelling his career in clinical and medical research.