Abdelrahman El Samman
Al-Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Accomplished clinical research professional with expertise in clinical monitoring, site oversight, and performance improvement. Demonstrates proficiency in ICH-GCP and regulatory adherence, ensuring patient safety and protocol compliance. Skilled in managing essential documents, ISF, and eTMF systems while excelling in query management and data accuracy. Adept at issue identification and escalation, with a strong track record of successful monitoring visit execution including IMV, SIV, and COV. Proficient in EDC systems such as Medidata Rave, Oracle Clinical, and Signant Health.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
Clinical Research Associate (CRA)
Phoenix Clinical Research
Riyadh
2025.01 - 2026.07
- Managed 3 clinical sites participating in Phase 2/3 global trials in Cardiology, Immunology, and Pediatric Endocrinology.
- Participate in site selection and feasibility assessments, evaluating site capabilities, patient population suitability, and operational readiness to support study objectives.
- Conduct 3-5 monitoring visits monthly, ensuring timely SDV/SDR and adherence to sponsor expectations.
- Improve enrollment outcomes by identifying recruitment gaps and supporting corrective strategies.
- Shorten query resolution timelines through proactive eCRF review and continuous communication with site teams.
- Ensure full compliance with ICH-GCP, maintaining strict oversight of informed consent and subject protection.
- Ensured protocol adherence, resulting in accurate and reliable data collection.
Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC)
Phoenix Clinical Research
Riyadh
2023.02 - 2025.01
- Managed daily clinical trial operations for Phase II/III studies; served as the main liaison for sponsors, CRAs, and IRBs.
- Led patient recruitment, screening, enrollment, and retention activities across Cardiology, Immunology, and Pediatric Endocrinology.
- Conducted informed consent discussions and ensured timely completion of protocol-required assessments.
- Maintained high-quality source documentation and accurate EDC entry with minimal queries.
- Organized and maintained ISF and regulatory binders in alignment with ICH-GCP and local regulations.
- Prepared sites for audits and monitoring visits, ensuring rapid resolution of action items.
Medical Sales Representative
Viatris
2022.10 - 2023.01
- Developed strong communication, scientific detailing, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Pharmacist Soldier
Military Medical Services
2021.10 - 2022.10
- Handled pharmaceutical inventory, documentation, and compliance with internal quality standards.
Pharmaceutical Operations Intern
EIPICO
Cairo
2021.01 - 2021.03
- Gained exposure to QA, supply chain, marketing, and risk analysis processes.
Assistant Pharmacist
El-Ezaby Pharmacy
Cairo
2019.01 - 2019.03
- Supported dispensing, patient counseling, and daily pharmacy operations.
Education
Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) -
German University in Cairo (GUC)
Cairo/Egypt 2016.09 - 2021.07
Skills
- Clinical Monitoring (SDV, SDR)
- Site Oversight & Performance Improvement
- ICH-GCP & Regulatory Adherence
- Informed Consent Supervision
- Essential Documents, ISF & eTMF Management
- Patient Safety & Protocol Compliance
- Query Management & Data Accuracy
- Issue Identification & Escalation
- Monitoring Visit Execution (IMV, SIV, COV)
- EDC Systems: Medidata Rave, Oracle Clinical, Signant Health
- CTMS & eTMF Systems
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Shared Investigator Platform (SIP)
Certification
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) – NIDA Clinical Trials Network
- Pharmaceutical Engineering – Berlin, Germany
- German Language Courses 3 & 4 – ULM, Germany
LANGUAGES
English – Fluent
Fluent
Arabic – Fluent
Native
German – Beginner
Beginner
INTERESTS
Reading, Basketball, Padel Tennis, Swimming
Affiliations
- Reading
- Basketball
- Padel Tennis
- Swimming
Timeline
Clinical Research Associate (CRA)
Phoenix Clinical Research
2025.01 - 2026.07
Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC)
Phoenix Clinical Research
2023.02 - 2025.01
Medical Sales Representative
Viatris
2022.10 - 2023.01
Pharmacist Soldier
Military Medical Services
2021.10 - 2022.10
Pharmaceutical Operations Intern
EIPICO
2021.01 - 2021.03
Assistant Pharmacist
El-Ezaby Pharmacy
2019.01 - 2019.03
Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) -
German University in Cairo (GUC)
2016.09 - 2021.07