SHEILA OKOROANYANWU
Summary
Proficient Physician experienced in clinical trial design and execution, demonstrating strong leadership in cross-functional teams and resource optimization. Proven track record in resolving site issues and meeting project milestones efficiently. Experienced in protocol development, safety oversight, and IND submission contributions. Proficient in Veeva Vault, critical thinking, and stakeholder engagement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Design Physician
Eli Lilly
03.2025 - Current
- Led medical input for the COPD-Incretin trial in collaboration with the Asset Medical Team, contributing to clinical design strategy and alignment with program objectives.
- Collaborated with cross-therapeutic area teams to align asset-level protocols with FDA feedback and strategic program goals.
- Created a visual clinical design process map to support onboarding and delivered a comparative analysis of patient-reported outcomes at the Clinical Design annual meeting.
- Developed and presented a leadership review deck highlighting strategic insights and program challenges, enabling informed decision-making across senior stakeholders
Clinical Development Trial Lead
Eli Lilly & Company
07.2024 - 03.2025
- Led and delivered major clinical trial milestones on time and within budget.
- Optimized resources, mitigated risks, and ensured regulatory compliance.
- Resolved patient safety and data integrity issues.
- Managed trial documentation for inspections.
- Facilitated cross-functional team collaboration.
Graduate Physician Scientist
University of California, Global Health Institute
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Created research abstracts and protocols for UCGHI-funded projects
- Coordinated approvals with US IRB, International IRBs and provided medical safety expertise for key documents
- Trained investigators as Study Responsible physician presented findings at Global Health Conference
Primary Care Physician
E-health Africa (EHA) Clinic Headquarters
09.2020 - 07.2022
- Managed comprehensive patient care for over 500 clients, including direct case management, medication prescription, treatment plan development, and participation in primary care research projects.
Education
Master of Science - Translational Medicine
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley01.2024
M.D. - Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
University of Port Harcourt
Nigeria02-2018
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Veeva Vault
- Clinical trial management
- Critical thinking
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Team leadership
Languages
French
Elementary
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited
Timeline
Clinical Design Physician
Eli Lilly
03.2025 - Current
Clinical Development Trial Lead
Eli Lilly & Company
07.2024 - 03.2025
Graduate Physician Scientist
University of California, Global Health Institute
01.2023 - 03.2024
Primary Care Physician
E-health Africa (EHA) Clinic Headquarters
09.2020 - 07.2022
Master of Science - Translational Medicine
University of California, Berkeley
M.D. - Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
University of Port Harcourt