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Kisha A. Scarlett

Ellenwood,GA

Summary

Strategic and results-driven Medical Affairs professional with expertise in hematology-oncology, solid tumors, ophthalmology, and rheumatology. Proven ability to engage Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), clinical experts, and scientific thought leaders to drive medical strategy and evidence generation. Adept at delivering scientific presentations, coordinating clinical trials, developing educational materials, and analyzing study data.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Virtual On-Demand Medical Science Liaison

Eisai Inc.
01.2022 - Current

Solid Tumor Oncology

  • Stays abreast of evolving scientific and treatment landscapes across five therapeutic areas
  • Optimizes scientific exchange using virtual platforms and digital tools
  • Gathers and communicates key clinical insights to inform internal strategy and evidence generation
  • Collaborates with the Medical Education & Training Team to develop and refine medical training materials, including slide decks and educational modules
  • Assists in the development and execution of advisory boards to capture valuable KOL insights
  • Educates commercial colleagues on medical engagement best practices, regulatory guidelines, and compliance

Medical Science Liaison II

Teva Pharmaceuticals
09.2019 - 01.2022

Hematology & Oncology Biosimilars

  • Established and maintained KOL relationships to exchange scientific insights and address unmet needs
  • Provided support for investigator-initiated studies by engaging with researchers to discuss study concepts, facilitating internal review processes, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and company policies
  • Designed a progressive new-hire training curriculum covering disease states, product knowledge, and compliance
  • Partnered with cross-functional teams on market analyses, advocacy initiatives, and publication planning

Key Achievement: Winner of the 2020 North American Medical Affairs Award

Medical Science Liaison

Takeda Pharmaceuticals
01.2018 - 01.2019

Ophthalmology

  • Executed US Medical Affairs initiatives, focusing on high-impact KOL engagement and data dissemination
  • Built and nurtured scientific partnerships with HCPs, institutions, and payers
  • Contributed to publication planning and medical communications strategies
  • Worked cross-functionally internal stakeholders to develop and implement the country medical plan

Associate Professor

Life University
01.2017 - 01.2018

Division of Basic Sciences

  • Provided scientific education to pre-professional students re
  • Developed an online immunology course integrating lectures, discussion forums, and case studies
  • Served on institutional review committees to enhance student learning outcomes
  • Designed immersive in-person lectures and laboratory activities for doctoral-level courses

Education

Doctor of Philosophy - Biomedical Research

Morehouse School of Medicine
Atlanta, GA
01.2014

Bachelor of Science - Biological Science

Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GA
01.2007

Selected Peer-Reviewed Publications

1. Scarlett KA, White EZ, Coke CJ, et al. Agonist-induced CXCR4 and CB2 Heterodimerization Inhibits Gα13/RhoA-mediated Migration. Molecular Cancer Research. 2018;16(4):728-739.


2. Coke CJ, Scarlett KA, Jones KJ, et al. Simultaneous Activation of CXCR4 Chemokine Receptor and Cannabinoid Receptor 2 (CB2) Reveals a Mechanism for Cancer Cell Metastasis Regulation. J Biol Chem. 2016;291(19):9991-10005.


3. Scarlett KA, Pattabiraman V, Barnett P, et al. The Proangiogenic Effect of Iroquois Homeobox Transcription Factor Irx3 in Human Microvascular Endothelial Cells. J Biol Chem. 2015;290(10):6303-6315.

Timeline

Senior Virtual On-Demand Medical Science Liaison

Eisai Inc.
01.2022 - Current

Medical Science Liaison II

Teva Pharmaceuticals
09.2019 - 01.2022

Medical Science Liaison

Takeda Pharmaceuticals
01.2018 - 01.2019

Associate Professor

Life University
01.2017 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Science - Biological Science

Clark Atlanta University

Doctor of Philosophy - Biomedical Research

Morehouse School of Medicine
Kisha A. Scarlett