Dina Akasheh Ph.d.

Dina Akasheh, Ph.D., M.B.A. has a diverse work experience. Dina'smost recent position was at Ocular Therapeutix, Inc., where they served as the Medical Director, Lead-Retina Franchise since June 2023. Prior to that, they held the role of Medical Director at the same company from June 2021 to June 2023.

Before joining Ocular Therapeutix, Inc., Dina worked at AbbVie as part of the Medical Affairs- Eyecare team from 2020 to July 2021. Dina also gained experience as a Medical Science Liaison at Allergan from January 2019 to July 2021. In this role, they developed professional relationships with thought leaders and presented data on Allergan products to healthcare professionals.

Dina's work experience also includes research roles. From September 2012 to December 2018, they worked as a Research Assistant and Project Manager in Pharmacology at Creighton University. During this time, they collaborated with cross-functional teams, worked on grant reviews, and contributed to the development of experimental protocols.

Dina also has experience as a Research Scientist in the Pharmaceutical Development Department at vTv Therapeutics LLC (formerly TransTech Pharma), where they drafted reports, managed interns, and contributed to review documents. Additionally, they worked as a Clinical Laboratory Technician at High Point Clinical Trials Center, where they managed research activities and a team of technicians.

Dina's earlier experience includes roles as a Research Assistant in Medicinal Chemistry at vTv Therapeutics LLC, where they collaborated with diverse teams and synthesized chemical libraries. Dina also worked as an Independent Researcher in Organic Chemistry at Creighton University, where they developed a new metal ion chemosensor and demonstrated strong presentation skills.

In addition to their research experience, Dina held leadership positions, serving as the President of the Inter Residence Hall Government at Creighton University from 2007 to 2008.

With a background in medicine, research, and leadership, Dina Akasheh, Ph.D., M.B.A. has gained a diverse range of skills and expertise throughout their career.

Dina Akasheh, Ph.D., M.B.A. has a diverse educational background. Dina obtained their Bachelor of Science degree from Creighton University, with a focus on BioChemistry. Dina then went on to complete their high school education at Al Mawakeb Shool in Dubai, UAE, where they received a High School Diploma. Dina continued their studies at Creighton University School of Medicine, where they earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Neuropharmacology.

In addition to their academic degrees, Dina has obtained several certifications. Dina received the First Place Best Poster Award from the Midwest Biomedical Research Forum in March 2018. In February 2015, they obtained a Certificate of Participation from the University of Nebraska Medical Center for their involvement in the Midwest Student Biomedical Research Forum. Dina also holds a Quantitative Fluorescence Microscopy Certificate, which they obtained in May 2014. Dina has been certified in Radiation Safety as a Microcurie user by the Creighton University Radiation Safety Department since June 2013. Additionally, they have certifications in BLS and CPR, CITI, and IOTA, although specific details about these certifications were not provided.