Tohru Sakata

Tohru Sakata is a seasoned professional in clinical operations and oncology strategy with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Currently serving as Senior Executive Officer and Head of Oncology Strategic/Development Center at Mediscience Planning Inc. since April 2017, Tohru has held various leadership roles within the same company since December 2012, including General Manager of Clinical Development. Previously, Tohru worked as the Director of Clinical Operations at both ICON plc and EMD - Affiliates of Merck KGaA. Early career experience includes significant positions at Eli Lilly and Company, with a span from Clinical Research Associate to Project Manager, and roles at Maruishi Pharmaceutical Company and Meditek International Co. Ltd. Tohru graduated from Osaka University of Pharmaceutical Sciences in 1983.