Dafna Lotan

Experience

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  Tel Aviv University

  Oct 2007 - May 2014

  PhD

  The Interdisciplinary Direct Doctoral Program in Neuroscience, Sagol School of Neuroscience, Tel Aviv University. Thesis: "Role and mechanism of action of auto-antibodies in the induction of behavioral abnormalities in a rat model of streptococci-related neuropsychiatric disorders ". Under supervision of Prof. Daphna Joel, Department of Psychology, Tel-Aviv University, Israel, and Prof. Madeleine Cunningham, Department of Microbiology and Immunology, University of Oklahoma, USA.

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  Tel Aviv University / Maccabi Health Services

  Sept 2008 - Jan 2010

  Research coordinator and assistant of Dr. Aviva Fatal, director of the pediatric neurology unit, Sou

  Research coordinator and assistant of Dr. Aviva Fatal, director of the pediatric neurology unit, Sourasky Medical Center, the Remedia project

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  The Open University

  Aug 2010 - May 2014

  Research assistant of Dr. Ravid Doron

  Writing and management of Israeli and international research grant applicationsscientific articles writing

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  The Academic College Of Tel-Aviv-Yaffo

  Oct 2010 - Oct 2012

  Teaching assistant in physiology of behavior
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  Teva Pharmaceuticals

  Nov 2014 - Nov 2018

  Pharmacovigilance (PHV) Scientist

  ● Optimized processes by collaborating with Clinical Operations and external vendors, creating a document to clarify roles and interfaces, improving workflow efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance.● Transformed data migration workflows by developing and implementing an efficient technical solution, reducing time-consuming tasks and improving data management accuracy.● Oversaw clinical trial data collection on adverse drug reactions and approved medications, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to uphold safety and compliance. Show less

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  Medint

  Jun 2019 - Aug 2020

  Clinical Research Leader

  ● Managed a team of 15 researchers, overseeing recruitment, onboarding, and performance evaluation. ● Directed personalized medical research for patients with complex diseases, conducting literature reviews, engaging with experts in the field, and identifying the most relevant treatments and clinical trials, tailored to individual patient profiles.● Led the creation of detailed reports for government offices during the COVID-19 pandemic, synthesizing global research and guiding researchers to provide critical information to the public based on in-depth studies by medical professionals.● Developed and managed a comprehensive database, organizing large volumes of recurring data from various studies and patients, optimizing research processes, and identifying trends to inform future clinical approaches. Show less

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  NeuroDerm, A Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Group Company

  Apr 2021 - Feb 2023

  Project Manager | Innovation Department

  ● Managed an end-to-end innovation project through the Discovery phase, conducting scientific literature reviews, market analysis, and regulatory assessments to define product potential while ensuring adherence to strict regulatory requirements and industry best practices.● Established and managed strategic partnerships with TTOs, KOLs, and external vendors, integrating scientific insights and business strategy to advance R&D initiatives.● Led clinical planning and execution, collaborating with Preclinical teams to design and implement high-impact proof-of-concept studies, strategically optimizing resources, timelines, and research outcomes.● Presented project milestones and scientific findings to senior leadership, including the CEO and executives at MTPC. Show less

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  NeuroDerm, A Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Group Company

  Sept 2023 - Aug 2024

  Product Manager

  ● Led the end-to-end product life cycle of the next-generation Parkinson’s drug delivery pump, creating comprehensive product requirement documents, building product prototypes, and launching features.● Led the user journey design, enhancing the experience for both patients and healthcare providers, while addressing key pain points for a 24-hour wearable pump system.● Managed competitive analysis, closely tracking market trends and competitor advancements to inform product strategy and ensure the next-generation device’s market positioning.● Coordinated diverse teams across departments in developing a highly reliable, compact, and stable product, managing timelines, resources, and delivering against project milestones for on-time and within-budget product launch. Show less