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Dr. Eric Wittchow

Angestellt, VP Research & Development, AMW GmbH
Warngau, Deutschland

Fähigkeiten und Kenntnisse

Biodegradables
polymer chemistry
Medical Devices
Research
Patents
FDA Regulation
Projektmanagement
Magnesium
Drug Elution
Leadership
Management
Pharmaceutical industry
Extrusion
Implants
Strategic planning
Change Management
Organizational Development

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Berufserfahrung von Eric Wittchow

  • Bis heute 3 Jahre und 1 Monat, seit Mai 2022

    VP Research & Development

    AMW GmbH

    Leading AMW’s R&D with full responsibility for formulation strategy, clinical development, IP, and innovation. Built and scaled AMW’s hot-melt extrusion platform, introduced AI tools into development, and managed clinical trials and external partnerships. Oversaw patent strategy and scientific advisory board. Bridging science and strategy through collaboration with leadership, BD, and academia, with focus on biodegradable combination products.

  • Bis heute 3 Jahre und 2 Monate, seit Apr. 2022

    Lecturer at the University of Tübingen, Reutlingen

    University of Reutlingen

    Teaching graduate-level courses on biocompatibility, with a focus on degradable polymers and metals used in medical devices and drug delivery systems. Bridging academic theory and real-world translational application.

  • Bis heute 3 Jahre und 10 Monate, seit Aug. 2021

    Independent Consultant – Magnesium-Based Medical Implants

    Self-employed | operating under CAIRN Consultants LLC

    Advising on the development of bioabsorbable magnesium implants – from alloy selection and device design to preclinical testing and regulatory strategy. - Alloy and process development for degradable magnesium-based implants - Design and production of implant prototypes - Corrosion and degradation testing in biologically relevant media - Biocompatibility & safety evaluation - GLP-compliant preclinical strategy Proven track record: Two CE-approved magnesium stents, incl. local drug delivery.

  • 6 Jahre und 4 Monate, Feb. 2016 - Mai 2022

    Head of Biodegradables and Drug Elution Technologies

    Qualimed GmbH

    Led R&D for bioabsorbable implants and drug-device products across the full development lifecycle – from material selection to clinical implementation. Focus on degradable materials, local drug delivery, and regulatory pathways (MDR/FDA). Managed design, testing, and collaborations with academic and industry partners. Delivered user-centric implant solutions and supported teams with open, hands-on leadership.

  • 5 Monate, Jan. 2002 - Mai 2002

    Medical Marketing Manager North Germany

    Novartis

    • Conducted phase-IV clinical studies for immunosuppresiva • Consulted and supported sales force in medical questions • Collected information regarding competitor strategies and therapy optimization programs

  • 3 Jahre und 5 Monate, Aug. 1998 - Dez. 2001

    Senoir Manager Medical Liaison

    Essex Pharma GmbH

    • Established premarketing activities and introduced dual therapy for hepatitis B+C therapy • Built network of clinical specialists and key opinion leaders (KOL) • Initiated phase-IV clinical studies, monitored phase-III clinical studies • Raised market share of Intron A (Interferon) from 47% (1998) to 73% (2001)

  • 10 Monate, Okt. 1997 - Juli 1998

    Manager Medical Liaison

    ICN Pharmaceuticals Germany GmbH

    • Products for paediatry, surgery and oncology

Ausbildung von Eric Wittchow

  • 3 Jahre und 9 Monate, Dez. 1992 - Aug. 1996

    Chemie Diplom

    Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn

    Metallorganische Chemie, Polymerchemie, Pharmazie

  • 3 Jahre und 3 Monate, Okt. 1989 - Dez. 1992

    Chemie Diplom

    Philipps-Universität Marburg

    Metallorganische Chemie

Sprachen

  • Deutsch

    Muttersprache

  • Englisch

    Fließend

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