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Murtuza Saifuddin
Toronto,ON
Summary
Physician-scientist with over 10 years of clinical experience and 6+ years in oncology clinical research. Proven expertise in managing clinical trials and advancing translational oncology initiatives. Strong publication record complemented by effective collaboration with investigators and multidisciplinary teams in oncology.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Research Associate – Project Manager
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
08.2018 - Current
- Coordinated multi-centre oncology trials, ensured protocol adherence and data quality.
- Engaged principal investigators and oncology specialists to support clinical trials and facilitate scientific discussions on study design, eligibility, and therapeutic strategies, enhancing trial effectiveness
- Interpret and communicate complex clinical, imaging, and outcomes data to multidisciplinary stakeholders, supporting evidence-based decision-making
- Collaborated with national and international research groups to enable scientific exchange and alignment across institutions, fostering knowledge sharing and innovation
- Support regulatory and ethics processes in compliance with Health Canada and ICH-GCP standards
- Contribute to peer-reviewed publications, abstracts, and scientific presentations in oncology and translational research
General Surgeon
01.2009 - 01.2018
- Provided surgical care in acute and oncologic settings, enhancing patient outcomes
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care pathways to optimize patient treatment
- Mentored trainees and advanced academic activities, fostering the next generation of surgeons
Education
Master of Surgery -
MBBS -
Skills
- Clinical trial management
- Regulatory compliance
- Data analysis
- Oncology knowledge
- Clinical systems
- Patient recruitment
- Stakeholder engagement
- Research collaboration
- Clinical training
- Patient safety
- Scientific communication
Additional Information
Eligible to work in Canada, English, fluent
Personal Information
Title: MD, MS (Gen Surg), CCRP
Publications
- Radiotherapy and Oncology (DESTINATION trial)
- Annals of Surgical Oncology (melanoma study)
- PLOS Medicine, Scientific Reports, Oncotarget
- First author: IJROBP (radiomics research)
Scientific Engagement And Communication
- Delivered presentations at international and institutional platforms
- Translate complex clinical data into actionable insights
- Engage with multidisciplinary oncology teams
Therapeutic And Scientific Expertise
- Oncology: GU, breast, head & neck cancers
- Targeted therapies and antibody-drug conjugates
- Radiation oncology (SBRT, MR-guided therapies)
- Clinical trials (Phase I–IV)
- Translational research and imaging biomarkers
- Data interpretation and evidence-based medicine
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeSalary Range
$100000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Clinical Research Associate – Project Manager - Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
08.2018 - Current
General Surgeon -
01.2009 - 01.2018
University of Pune - Master of Surgery,
Bangalore University - MBBS,