Ali Mahmoud
Libertyville,IL
Summary
Clinical Research Associate and Pharmaceutical Scientist with experience spanning clinical trials, pharmacological research, and medical device evaluation. Skilled in analyzing clinical performance data, interpreting study endpoints, and benchmarking investigational products to guide regulatory and scientific decisions. Founder of a healthcare technology app, integrating real-time clinical data to improve patient access.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
WellWay
03.2025 - Current
- Founded and developed WellWay, an iOS app that helps users locate free or low-cost health clinics.
- Integrated real-time healthcare data from the HRSA Health Center API, with search, map, and filter features.
- Designed a user-friendly interface with a focus on accuracy, usability, and HIPAA-compliant data handling.
Clinical Research Associate
Abbott
Lake Forest, IL
03.2025 - Current
- Coordinated multi-center clinical studies, in compliance with federal regulations, ICH, and GCP, ensure scientific rigor in study execution.
- Analyzed clinical performance data from investigational medical devices, and benchmarked outcomes against competitor products to assess safety and efficacy.
- Facilitate CRF design, data validation, and adverse event documentation to support accurate clinical outcome reporting.
- Interpreted device study endpoints and contributed to cross-study comparisons, providing evidence-based insights for protocol refinement.
Associate Scientist I
AbbVie
Lake Bluff, IL
05.2024 - 03.2025
- Managed stability studies for drug substances, APIs, and excipients.
- Updated protocols and study documents per FDA guidelines.
- Oversaw stability chamber asset management.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS
Foster City, CA
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Verified insurance claims and processed prescriptions with high accuracy.
- Maintained precise inventory management.
Research Intern
Abbott
Lake Bluff, IL
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Conducted clinical research on glucose monitoring systems, focusing on device performance and outcomes in diabetes patients.
- Evaluated clinical data to assess device accuracy, patient usability, and impact on treatment decisions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to interpret results, provide data-driven recommendations, and support improvements for patient care.
Rehabilitation Aide
Athletico/Illinois Bone and Joint Institute
Lake Bluff, IL
05.2021 - 01.2023
- Supported Physical Therapists with patient rehabilitation and administrative tasks.
Assistant Teacher
District 70 Summer School
Libertyville, IL
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Provided academic support to children with special needs, enhancing engagement through tailored instruction.
Education
Master of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry | Minor in Biostatistics
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2023
Skills
- Trial coordination
- CRF data entry and verification
- Protocol implementation
- GCP compliance
- IRB submissions
- Adverse event reporting
- Investigational product handling
- Patient scheduling
- Data analysis
- Scientific writing
- Regulatory compliance (GLP, GMP, GSP)
- Process improvement
- R
- Python
- Microsoft Office Suite
Websites
Volunteer Experience
- Refugee Support Coordinator, ReRite Refugee, Chicago, IL
- Event Volunteer, Walk for Alzheimer's, Lake County, IL
- Dental Volunteer, Dr. Zizic & Dr. Salata Family Dentist, Libertyville, IL
- Technology Tutor, Cook Memorial Library, Libertyville, IL
Leadership Experience
Executive Board Member, Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students, Loyola University Chicago
Timeline
Founder
WellWay
03.2025 - Current
Clinical Research Associate
Abbott
03.2025 - Current
Associate Scientist I
AbbVie
05.2024 - 03.2025
Pharmacy Technician
CVS
10.2023 - 03.2024
Research Intern
Abbott
06.2022 - 09.2023
Rehabilitation Aide
Athletico/Illinois Bone and Joint Institute
05.2021 - 01.2023
Assistant Teacher
District 70 Summer School
06.2019 - 07.2019
Master of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry | Minor in Biostatistics
Loyola University Chicago
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