Benjamin Blackwell

Experience

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  Colorado State University

  May 2010 - Dec 2012

  Research student

   Performed brain slice immunostaining and analysis of neuronal cells via microscopy to analyze the impact of Tau protein deficiency on the progression of Alzheimer’s disease in rats. Engaged with fellow researchers to find unique solutions to substantial laboratory budgeting constraints while simultaneously maintaining quality and rigor of research performance standards.

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  Regal Medical Group

  May 2014 - Apr 2015

  Pharmacy Coordinator

   Coordinated with patient care pharmacists, pharmacy techs, and case nurses to improve health outcomes for Medicare-Medical patients via risk stratification and individualized analysis. Collaborated extensively with head of pharmacy to problem-solve difficult treatment regimen vs. cost savings planning decisions, culminating in critical recommendations to the yearly formulary plan.

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  Avid Bioservices

  May 2016 - Aug 2016

  Supply Chain Intern

   Validated Microsoft Dynamics AX, a business management system, through coproduction with Supply Management supervisors, IT Department, Receiving Department, and Head of Supply Chain. Became well-versed with the intricacies of Supply Chain strategies and logistics, balancing critical demands of Shipping, Receiving, Drug Production, Clients, and core business in day-to-day operations.

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  Genentech

  Sept 2017 - Sept 2018

  PDR Intern

   Supported key regulatory pathway decisions on six molecules through scientifically rigorous investigation of key competitors within the market landscape followed by presentation to project teams. Enhanced Neurology/Rare Disease Franchise knowledge of current BTD landscape through rigorous examination of FDA data and publications, contributing to generation of strategic regulatory options. Authored Preliminary BTD Request Advice document for submission to the US FDA.  Received Roche Applause Awards from Global Regulatory Leads for “in-depth, compelling, and thought-provoking analysis” of the BTD landscape and for exploration of a novel labeling strategy. Show less

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  Aria Pharmaceuticals

  Oct 2018 - Mar 2019

  Business Development Associate

   Assisted in efforts to source potential collaboration partners, diligence choice partners, and moderate contract negotiations ensuring a beneficial legal and economic position for twoXAR upon signing. Proposed novel approaches to contract negotiation and drove generation of a “deals bible” describing various terms and goals to streamline the contracting process for both internal and external stakeholders Received commendations for rapid understanding of a novel AI marketing field and for organizing JPM Healthcare Conference meeting priorities and scheduling at monthly all-hands meetings. Show less

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  PRO Unlimited

  Apr 2019 - Jan 2020

  Senior Associate Project Manager, Global Publications

  Associate Project Management Coordinator in publishing in the JAPAC region at PRO Unlimited on behalf of Amgen.  Drove change management excellence in the emerging high-priority JAPAC region through hands-on training, liaising with local, regional, and global stakeholders, and creating regionally-tailored support. Guided publications from early proposals through team vetting, drafting, and final internal review for publication in high-impact journals and/or presentation at key congresses. Praised for swift comprehension of complex publications processes and driving change management. Show less

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  Amgen

  Feb 2020 - now

  • Clinical Forecast & Analysis Manager

    Aug 2022 - now

  • Marketing Manager

    May 2021 - Jul 2022

  • Senior Associate Marketing

    Feb 2020 - Apr 2021