Vinicius Melo

Experience

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  GlaxoSmithKline

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2015

  • Managed and collaborated closely with internal teams and KOLs the LATAM scientific (clinical/epidemiological) publication processes and activities, demonstrating cross-functional teamwork and organizational management skills. • Compiled comprehensive literature summaries and analysis for internal use, contributing to the understanding of the pipeline competitive intelligence. • Developed scientific medical materials to support LATAM Medical Team to support business strategy. • Assisted medical team through development of scientific medical materials related to GSK vaccines and company competitive intelligence.• Performed medical literature research and analysis, through on-line databases, e.g. PubMed/MEDLINE, SCIELO and EMBASE, use.• Provided medical information to stakeholders.

  • LATAM Vaccines Medical Affairs and Publication Assistant

    Jan 2013 - Jan 2015

  • LATAM Vaccines Medical Affairs Intern

    Jan 2011 - Jan 2013
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  Anhanguera Educacional

  Jan 2018 - Jan 2019

  Graduate Professor

  - Taught gastrointestinal pharmacotherapy to graduate students.

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  UnitedHealth Group

  Mar 2018 - Jan 2018

  Clinical Pharmacist

  • Prevented and reduced medication errors and adverse drug events by 67% by cultivating and maintaining relationships with medical teams and other HCPs. • Improved intervention’s acceptance on medical prescription by 71%, increasing medicationrelated problems awareness and understanding, and positively influencing the clinical decisions and patient’s outcomes and safety. • Initiated and led a medication reconciliation project that improved accuracy rates by 30%, enhancing patient safety. • Implemented a comprehensive antimicrobial stewardship program, resulting in a 25% reduction in hospital-acquired infections and substantial cost savings. Exibir menos

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  Faculdade ICESP

  Jan 2019 - Jan 2022

  College Professor

  • Designed and implemented a cutting-edge clinical pharmacology curriculum that received accreditation and recognition for its innovation in preparing students for real-world challenges in clinical pharmacy and pharmacotherapy. • Developed strong communication skills through lecturing and mentoring to diverse and different students’ audiences, showcasing the ability to convey complex scientific information clearly and persuasively. • Received consistently high ratings from students for engaging and effective teaching methodologies, showcasing the ability to communicate complex scientific concepts. Exibir menos

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  Hospital Anchieta

  Jan 2019 - Jan 2020

  Clinical Pharmacist

  • Established strong relationships with regional medical leaders, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers, becoming a trusted resource for medication-related inquiries. • Responded to medical staff unsolicited requests, providing up-to-date and accurate medical information on the latest treatment guidelines and best practices in medication management. • Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of clinical pharmacy and pharmacotherapy by actively participating in multidisciplinary healthcare teams, contributing to patient’s treatment plans, and providing expert guidance on medication management and drug information. • Developed and implemented the Pharmaceutical Care Protocol for Elderly Patients on the proper use of medications in older adults, resulting in improved patient outcomes and a 20% reduction in medication-related problems within this population.• Conducted daily assessment of patient’s clinical data and medical prescription to prevent, identify and manage medication related problems resulting in enhanced clinical knowledge and improved patient care. Exibir menos

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  Alphanumeric Systems

  Jan 2021 - Mar 2022

  Medical Information Specialist II (LATAM) on behalf of Janssen Pharmaceuticals - Covid-19 Vaccine

  • Interacted with HCPs to understand their information needs, researching and providing nonpromotional, high level scientific, up-to-date, accurate and relevant medical and technical data to support their clinical decision-making in a timely, balanced and scientifically rigorous manner. • Adapted communication styles for various audiences, showcasing the ability to convey complex scientific information in a clear and understandable manner. • Developed strong written and verbal communication skills through crafting responses to medical inquiries, scientific writing, and presenting information to diverse internal and external stakeholders. • Facilitated communication between medical information and other departments, fostering a collaborative approach to ensuring accurate and consistent messaging in compliance with regulatory and legal demands. • Building and strengthening customer relationships by obtaining strategic information, demonstrating broad knowledge, and providing appropriate product information. • Handled adverse events and product quality complaints, besides HCPs and patient education. Exibir menos

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  GSK

  Mar 2022 - Nov 2023

  Medical Science Liaison / Medical Education Manager | Vaccines - Infectious Diseases - Immunology

  • Articulated complex scientific information in a clear and concise manner during interactions with KOLs and HCPs, translating clinical data into meaningful insights to better understand patient needs and evidence gaps. • Provided scientific support and responded to inquiries from HCPs, integrating data into reallife practice. • Collaborated with key internal and external decision-makers stakeholders through robust scientific evidence and clinical data presentation and discussion of Recombinant Zoster Vaccine, resulting in its inclusion in the Cassi private health insurance formulary, expanding patient access. • Provided training and medical education to medical community and internal teams through multiple channels, such as webinars, video recordings besides medical material and documents management. • Developed and delivered impactful presentations at scientific medical events, congresses, and conferences, effectively communicating key product attributes and clinical findings to medical community in compliance with regulatory guidelines and industry standards in all activities.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including medical affairs, marketing, and sales, to provide valuable input into the development of promotional materials and medical communication strategies. • Actively participated in internal training sessions, ensuring sales representatives were wellequipped with the latest scientific knowledge and messaging. Exibir menos

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  Biopharmaceutical Industry

  Jan 2024 - now

  Medical Science Liaison