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Ernesto Cabezas-Bou

Summary

Solution-focused and diligent Scientist with rich experience in Neuroscience, Pharmacology and Research. Recognized for conducting clinical and biomedical research, and sharing insights for informed decision-making and healthcare system improvement related to patient care. Possess broad knowledge of neuropharmacology, molecular biology and genetics, neural imaging, deep neural networks and learning and memory. Expert in writing grants, SOPs and manuscripts, designing investigator-initiated clinical trials, and building relationships with KOLs. Experienced leader with a team-oriented personality, skilled at utilizing scientific engagement models and developing innovative solutions, medical devices and imaging systems.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Product Specialist

Scientifica
01.2022 - Current
  • Led sales of advanced electrophysiology and medical research equipment across the US and Puerto Rico, cultivating strong client relationships and driving consistent revenue growth
  • Managed both new and existing customer accounts, providing timely support and addressing inquiries to ensure high satisfaction
  • Surpassed quarterly sales targets by 20%, increasing client acquisition by 30% within a year
  • Enhanced brand visibility by 40% through effective communication at product demos, sales visits, and conferences
  • Successfully closed complex deals with key accounts, expanding the enterprise market portfolio by 30%

Medical Research Scientist

Yale University
01.2017 - 01.2022
  • Designed an innovative imaging system integrating calcium imaging and AI to monitor neural activity in freely moving animals
  • Collaborated with industry experts to optimize data processing and storage for neuroscience research
  • Led pre-clinical and clinical studies, contributing to Investigator-Initiated Trials (IIT)
  • Promoted to Graduate Research Fellow for exceptional performance and successful grant applications
  • Presented research at major neuroscience conferences, winning first place for graduate poster presentation
  • Developed a novel imaging system combining ratiometric fluorescence imaging and deep learning to analyze neural activity in C Elegans
  • Secured competitive research scholarships

Education

Ph.D. - Neuroscience

Yale University
New Haven, CT
01.2022

Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biology

University of Puerto Rico
San Juan, Puerto Rico
06-2017

Skills

  • Medical Research
  • Investigator Initiated Trials
  • Study Design and Strategy
  • Data Analysis and Presentation
  • Medical Writing
  • Scientific and Medical Affairs
  • Research Project Management
  • Coding Tools

Awards

  • Howard Hughes Medical Institute Gilliam Fellowship, 08/19 - 08/22
  • Ph.D. Training Grant, $103,000, National Institute of Health, National Institute of Neurological Diseases and Stroke (NIH-NINDS), 07/19
  • Award to attend Neural Systems & Behavior summer course, $12,000, Marine Biological Laboratories (MBL), 08/17
  • Pre-Clinical Research Fellowship, $40,000, National Institute of Health (NIH) - Centers of Biomedical Research Excellence (COBRE), 08/15 - 08/17

Certification

  • Board Certified Medical Affairs Specialist (BCMAS)

Accreditation Council for Medical Affairs (ACMA).

  • SPIN Selling Training

Huthwaite International.

Languages

Spanish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Product Specialist

Scientifica
01.2022 - Current

Medical Research Scientist

Yale University
01.2017 - 01.2022

Ph.D. - Neuroscience

Yale University

Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biology

University of Puerto Rico
Ernesto Cabezas-Bou