DR AKSHARA THERESA BABU
Edinburgh,The Scottish Borders
Summary
Dedicated and professional with extensive experience in medication counselling for both in-patient and out-patient settings. Demonstrates strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a proven track record in monitoring adverse drug reactions, drug interactions, prescription errors, and dosage adjustments. Highly effective communicator with the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team. Known for quick learning, excellent time management, and a professional attitude. Committed to the prevention, detection, and resolution of drug-related problems while maintaining flexibility and open-mindedness.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Pharma Executive
Life Pharmacy
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2022.08 - 2023.11
• Dispense OTC medicines
• Liaise with and persuade targeted doctors to prescribe our products, utilizing effective selling skills and performing cost-benefit analysis
• Provide product information and deliver product samples
• Attend sales meetings, conference calls, training sessions, and symposium circuits
• Provide medicines to the customers after insurance approval
• Expiry checking
• Expert in handling the back office and Inventory management
• Patient counselling
Clinical Data Coordinator
IQVIA
Banglore, Karnataka
2021.12 - 2022.05
- Assisted in clinical data management activities for COVID-19 vaccine trials sponsored by Johnson & Johnson.
- Reviewed and validated clinical trial data for accuracy, completeness, and protocol compliance.
- Performed data cleaning activities and resolved data discrepancies/query management within clinical databases.
- Coordinated with clinical research associates, investigators, and data management teams to ensure timely data entry and issue resolution.
- Maintained study documentation and ensured adherence to GCP (Good Clinical Practice), SOPs, and regulatory guidelines.
- Supported database updates, tracking reports, and study progress monitoring.
Education
Master of Science - MSC drug Design and Biomedical Sciences
Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh 2024.01 - 2025.08
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Nitte University
Karnataka, India 2015.08 - 2021.09
Skills
In-patient and Out-patient medication counselling Monitoring of adverse drug reactions, drug interactions, prescription errors, and dosage adjustments
Played an active role in the prevention, detection, and resolution of drug-related problems
Ability to work well in a team and independently
Effective communication and comprehension skills
Strong analytical, problem solving, decision making and organizational skill
Quick Learner and good time management
Very presentable, flexible and open minded
Ability to deal with people diplomatically, team building and supervisory skill
Ability to deal with administrative duties competently Professional attitude
DISSERTATIONS
- "Investigating cefotaxime-resistant E. coli as an indicator of AMR in urban surface water".
- “A study on depressive symptoms among post-percutaneous coronary intervention patients with acute coronary syndrome who underwent PTC".
PUBLICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS
1. “A study on depressive symptoms among post-percutaneous coronary intervention patients with acute coronary syndrome who underwent PTC," was published in the European Journal.
2. 1st International Virtual Conference on “Advances in Health Economics and Outcomes Research” organized by NGSM Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Mangalore, held on 27&28 November 2020.
3. Attended the International virtual conference on “Opportunities and Challenges in Preclinical Drug Discovery” organized by NGSM Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences held on 4th July 2020.
4. Attended an International conference on Advanced Pharmacy Practice on the topic “Evolving Role of Clinical Pharmacists” organized by Acharya and B.M Reddy College held on 18th-19th December 2017.
Timeline
Master of Science - MSC drug Design and Biomedical Sciences
Edinburgh Napier University
2024.01 - 2025.08
Pharma Executive
Life Pharmacy
2022.08 - 2023.11
Clinical Data Coordinator
IQVIA
2021.12 - 2022.05
Doctor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
Nitte University
2015.08 - 2021.09