Desiree Schumann

Desiree Schumann is a seasoned medical affairs professional with extensive experience in clinical research and management. Currently serving as Senior Manager of Medical Affairs at Tillotts Pharma AG since August 2022, Desiree previously held the position of Medical Affairs Manager. Desiree has been a Wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiter at Unispital Basel since November 2016, overseeing a team of study nurses and students while managing various clinical trials and publishing peer-reviewed articles. Prior roles include Clinical Trial Manager at Unispital Basel and University Hospital Zürich, where responsibilities encompassed protocol writing, regulatory liaison, and patient recruitment. Desiree's research background includes a focus on diabetes at Boehringer Ingelheim and immunology at the University of Chicago, with contributions recognized in high-impact publications. Educational qualifications include a PhD in Molecular Biology from the University of Zurich and an MSc in Zoology from the University of the Western Cape.