Mohammed Iqbal Iqbal

About Mohammed Iqbal Iqbal

As a transformative Pharma Health Tech leader in Clinical Operations Optimization and Product Strategy, I am dedicated to transforming clinical trial processes through innovative technologies, data-driven insights, and strategic alignment with organizational goals. With over 18 years of experience across Pharma, Biotech, and CROs, I bring deep expertise in Trial Optimization Analytics, Clinical Trial Technologies Product Management, and Data-Driven Excellence to deliver impactful solutions at scale. In my current role as Director Product Strategy and Innovation at GSK, I lead the development and execution of cutting-edge clinical operations technologies and products. Partnering closely with senior leadership, I define strategic visions and translate them into actionable tools and platforms that shape the future of clinical operations. I spearhead innovation by driving discovery and delivery, overseeing the end-to-end lifecycle of tools for study planning, feasibility optimization, and site identification. By leveraging advanced analytics, AI, and bespoke technologies, I enable protocol design optimization and study delivery planning, ensuring integration into GSK’s broader analytics environment for measurable impact. I also champion initiatives to support diversity within clinical trials, improve operational data quality, and strengthen global excellence programs. With a proven track record in leading large-scale, cross-functional optimization programs, I excel in collaborating with R&D Tech, GCO’s data science teams, and other stakeholders to create intelligent data sets and tools. My ability to identify trends, translate industry knowledge, and work alongside data scientists and engineers allows me to drive data and digital transformation across the Pharma Health Tech sector. I am passionate about delivering solutions that empower leadership, enhance decision-making, and improve operational efficiencies. From developing advanced metrics and real-time dashboards to driving innovation that reduces timelines and enhances revenue, I remain committed to building tools that are future-ready and strategically impactful.

Experience

1. Director Product Strategy and Innovation

   GSK

   Sep 2025 — Present · IN

   Key Responsibilities:**Strategic Visioning:** Collaborate closely with senior leadership, including VP and above, to define the strategy and vision for clinical operations technologies, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and future-forward thinking.**Innovation Leadership:** Drive the discovery and development of cutting-edge tools and platforms that transform clinical operations, enabling GSK to leverage advanced technologies for strategic advantage.**Product Ownership:** Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of clinical operations tools, from ideation and discovery to scaled delivery, ensuring seamless integration and impactful functionality.**Discovery and Insights:** Identify emerging trends and opportunities, translating them into actionable strategies and solutions that address critical organizational needs and enhance decision-making capabilities.**Delivery Execution:** Ensure the successful deployment of scalable products into production, enabling widespread adoption and delivering measurable value across clinical operations teams.**Cross-Functional Collaboration:** Partner with internal teams and stakeholders to drive cohesive solutions that integrate data, technology, and innovative design into intuitive tools.

Education

• HimalayanUniversity

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Business Administration and Management, General

• Sikkim Manipal University - Distance Education

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Project Management

  2012 — 2014

• CREMA

  PGDCR, Clinical Research

  2008 — 2009

• Bangalore University

  BSC, Genetics

  2005 — 2008

• Kuvempu University - Manasa Foundation for Mental Health

  Master's Degree, Counseling and Psychotheapy

  2012 — 2014

Skills

• Clinical Research
• Line Management
• Ich-Gcp
• Microsoft Office
• Project Finance
• Project Coordination
• Gcp
• Clinical Trial Management
• Clinical Trial Management System (Ctms)
• Standard Operating Procedure (Sop)
• Electronic Data Capture (Edc)
• Clinical Trials
• Problem Solving
• Quality Assurance
• Project Management
• Good Clinical Practice (Gcp)
• Project Planning
• Clinical Development
• People Management
• Project Execution
• CRO
• Resource Management
• Budget Development
• CRO Management