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  • Lead integrated drug development strategies across preclinical, clinical, regulatory, and commercial dimensions for pharmaceutical and biotech programs.
  • Provide expert guidance on clinical development plans, target product profiles, study designs, and regulatory submission strategies.
  • Engage with global regulatory authorities and support portfolio management, licensing, and business development decisions.

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