Shahid Shahid, Ph.D. PMP

Trailblazer
DISC Type : DI

Instructor at Mercer County Community College

East Hanover, New Jersey, United States

Overview

Shahid is a Principal Scientist with over 14 years of experience in Cellular and Gene Therapy (CGT), focusing on CAR-T and NK cell immunotherapies. Holding a Ph. D. , his work bridges research and clinical trials. Colleagues describe him as an exceptional, knowledgeable, and dedicated scientist.

He presented data from a challenging NK cell project at the 2023 ISCT conference in Paris, which received overwhelmingly positive feedback.

Personality Overview

Achievement-Oriented

Assertive

Charismatic

They are charming and can persuade others to support their decisions.  They are not against taking risks and can make tough decisions when required.
 A combination of speed and relationship gets the best response from them.

Topics They Care About

Cell & Gene Therapy
His entire career is focused on enhancing cancer treatment through CGT. He is a self-described "Cell & Gene Therapy Enthusiast".
CAR-T & NK Cells
He has extensive, hands-on experience developing immuno-oncology platforms and optimizing the large-scale expansion of CAR-T and NK cells for therapeutic use.
FDA Regulatory Process
He actively follows and shares information about FDA initiatives, particularly regarding CMC readiness and programs that accelerate clinical development for new therapies.

Media Appearances

Shahid has no verified media appearances

Work History

11-2025
Instructor at Mercer County Community College
8-2025
Instructor at Raritan Valley Community College
4-2025
Principal Scientist at Novartis
2-2023 - 1-2025
Analytical Development Scientist (Team Lead) at BioCentriq
7-2022 - 2-2023
Analytical Development Scientist at Catalent Pharma Solutions

Education

Doctor of Philosophy - PhD from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

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Insights For Selling To Shahid

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Keep your pitch focused on the impact but nurture the relationship too
  • Talk about yourself and some of your achievements at the start of the conversation
  • Display high self-confidence and expect them to have a strong personality.

DONT's

  • Avoid unnecessary negativity or slowness
  • Don’t hesitate from asking them how they truly feel about your product
  • Don't make any commitments that you might not be able to fulfill

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Shahid is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Shahid

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no though in a friendly way.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Shahid move?

  • They can reach decisions quickly if they develop trust and confidence in the product.
  • Can Shahid take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they will be ready to take risks.

You And Shahid

Personality Compatibility


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