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IPhO is the organization whose pharmacist members are universally recognized within the pharmaceutical industry as being the most professionally equipped to contribute to the development, commercialization, promotion, and optimal use of medicines.

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IPhO NFC Diversity Team Presents: An Interview with Ridhi Sharma, PharmD
September 4, 2025

Ridhi Sharma, PharmD
Gilead Sciences
Global Medical Strategic Operations, Medical Information

What was your motivation to pursue the pharmaceutical industry as a career path?

My motivation to pursue a career in the pharmaceutical industry stems from a desire to drive transformative healthcare innovations that directly advance global health equity, inspired by my experiences volunteering in clinical settings and witnessing the impact of access to life-saving medications. I am passionate about combining my clinical expertise as a pharmacist with the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking therapies and strategic initiatives that improve patient outcomes on a global scale. The dynamic, collaborative environment and focus on scientific innovation within the industry align perfectly with my commitment to making a meaningful difference in patient care and public health.

Talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion in the pharmaceutical industry; what should companies be doing to continue making progress?

Pharmaceutical companies should drive meaningful progress in diversity, equity, and inclusion by embedding DEI accountability into leadership, setting measurable goals for diverse representation at every level, and fostering inclusive company cultures where all employees and patients feel valued. To advance health equity, companies must prioritize inclusive clinical trial recruitment, partner with communities, and transparently report outcomes to ensure treatments work safely across populations. Sustained commitment—from flexible hiring and ongoing education to innovation in outreach and unbiased advancement opportunities—will empower the industry to better serve global health needs and unlock greater innovation.

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IPhO NFC Diversity Team Presents: An Interview with Yuxi Lei, PharmD
August 22, 2025

Yuxi Lei, PharmD
Global Commercial Fellow
Novocure/IPhO

What was your motivation to pursue the pharmaceutical industry as a career path?

My motivation to pursue a career in the pharmaceutical industry came from wanting to combine my pharmacy training with opportunities to improve patient outcomes on a broader scale. I was drawn to the idea of shaping strategy, education, and access in ways that influence healthcare beyond the individual level.

Talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion in the pharmaceutical industry; what should companies be doing to continue making progress?

Companies should continue embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion into recruitment, leadership development, and clinical trial design. It’s also important to create fair growth opportunities and foster an environment where different perspectives are not only represented but also actively valued in decision-making.

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Paths to Industry

Samia Baig, PharmD, MPH: My Path to Industry as a Pharmacist in Data Science
August 21, 2025

Samia Baig, PharmD, MPH
Senior Data Scientist
Johnson and Johnson Innovative Medicine
LinkedIn Profile

I’m a Senior Data Scientist (Data Engineer) in an R&D Data Science and Digital Health team, where I implement pipelines to extract data from various sources to develop data solutions for clinical trial teams and ML/AI use-cases. My role blends subject matter expertise from my pharmacy and public health background and technical skills in data science and software development that I have gained over the years through prior roles in hospital pharmacy, public health and academia.

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