Stephen C. Gironda
Gainesville
Summary
Doctoral-trained neuroscientist with expertise in CNS and neuropsychiatric diseases, transitioning into Neuroscience Pharmaceutical Sales. Combines advanced scientific knowledge with seven years of high-performance consultative sales experience, effectively translating complex clinical data into clear, patient-focused discussions. Delivered 20+ invited presentations at top academic medical centers, including Harvard, Yale, UPenn, Northwestern, and UF, and consistently generated $3,000–$4,000 nightly revenue in fine dining through relationship-driven, needs-based selling.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Postdoctoral Associate
University of Florida
Gainesville
10.2025 - Current
- Directed advanced neuroscience research on CNS pathology to drive innovative solutions.
- Communicated complex scientific findings to multidisciplinary stakeholders for informed decision-making.
- Managed multiple concurrent projects, ensuring ownership at territory level.
- Mentored junior researchers, fostering skill development and collaboration through impactful presentations.
Graduate Researcher (Ph.D.)
Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Winston-Salem
08.2020 - 01.2025
- Conducted longitudinal research in alcohol use disorder, mood-related behaviors, and dementia pathology.
- Authored peer-reviewed publications and presented nationally.
- Collaborated cross-functionally and applied data-driven decision making.
- Translational Neuroscience
Associate Researcher (Industry R&D)
Creatv Microtech
Princeton
07.2020 - 07.2020
- Supported commercially oriented R&D initiatives and industry-driven timelines.
Substance Use Counselor
SODAT
Mount Holly
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Provided counseling and education emphasizing patient-centered care.
Education
Ph.D. - Translational Neuroscience
Wake Forest University School of Medicine
01.2025
M.S. - Psychological & Brain Sciences
Villanova University
B.A. - Psychology
Rowan University
Skills
- Neuroscience & Psychiatry Disease States
- Clinical Evidence & Scientific Messaging
- HCP Engagement & Relationship Building
- Strategic Territory & Business Planning
- Data & Performance Metrics Analysis
- Customer-Centric Selling
- Compliance & Ethical Standards
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Executive-Level Presentation Skills
Accomplishments
NIH-funded researcher (F31 and T32 awards)
Early Career Policy Ambassador, Society for Neuroscience
Recipient, O’Neill Addiction Science Education Award
Awardee, Research!America Science Education Microgrant
Fulbright Research Scholar, U.S. Department of State
WFU Provost’s Grant for Academic Excellence
Early Career Policy Ambassador, Society for Neuroscience
Recipient, O’Neill Addiction Science Education Award
Awardee, Research!America Science Education Microgrant
Fulbright Research Scholar, U.S. Department of State
WFU Provost’s Grant for Academic Excellence
Timeline
Postdoctoral Associate
University of Florida
10.2025 - Current
Graduate Researcher (Ph.D.)
Wake Forest University School of Medicine
08.2020 - 01.2025
Associate Researcher (Industry R&D)
Creatv Microtech
07.2020 - 07.2020
Substance Use Counselor
SODAT
01.2016 - 06.2016
Ph.D. - Translational Neuroscience
Wake Forest University School of Medicine
M.S. - Psychological & Brain Sciences
Villanova University
B.A. - Psychology
Rowan University