Zsolt Szabo
About Zsolt Szabo
Zsolt Szabo is the Senior Medical Director of World Wide Medical Affairs Hematology Cellular Therapy at Bristol Myers Squibb, based in Boudry, Neuchâtel, Switzerland.
Current Position at Bristol Myers Squibb
Zsolt Szabo holds the position of Senior Medical Director in World Wide Medical Affairs Hematology Cellular Therapy at Bristol Myers Squibb. He is currently based in Boudry, Neuchâtel, Switzerland. In this role, Zsolt is responsible for overseeing medical affairs related to hematology and cellular therapy, driving major projects from conception through to peer-reviewed publication.
Previous Experience at MSD
From 2019 to 2021, Zsolt Szabo served as Executive Director at MSD in Kriens, Switzerland. During his two-year tenure, he was involved in leadership roles within the medical department, managing various medical affairs initiatives and contributing significantly to the company's medical functions.
Long-Standing Role at Amgen
Zsolt Szabo spent a substantial portion of his career at Amgen, holding different roles over a span of nearly 15 years. From 2007 to 2019, he was the European Medical Lead at Amgen Europe, stationed in Zug, Switzerland. Before that, he worked as a Medical Affairs Manager at Amgen Kft., Budapest from 2004 to 2006. His responsibility spanned leading medical affairs initiatives and contributing to strategic medical planning within the company.
Early Career and Education
Zsolt Szabo began his professional journey at the National Institute of Psychiatry and Neurology as a Resident Physician in Budapest from 1993 to 1994. He completed his medical degree with 'summa cum laude' at Semmelweis University, where he studied from 1987 to 1993. Prior to his medical education, he achieved his Hungarian Baccalaureate at Szent István Gimnázium from 1983 to 1987.
Global Medical Affairs Expertise
With extensive experience leading global medical teams, Zsolt Szabo excels in driving projects from idea generation through to full peer-reviewed publications. His broad exposure in the pharma/biotech industry, particularly in hematology and oncology indications, positions him as a highly knowledgeable expert in his field. He also has experience managing teams in various remote locations, ensuring cohesive and effective communication and project execution across different regions.