DIMITRIOS KOUZOUKAS
@dimitrioskouzoukas
Medical writer and consultant delivering scientific communications, market research, and competitive intelligence.
What I'm looking for
I am a medical writer and principal consultant with deep experience in scientific communications, market ecosystem research, and competitive intelligence. I founded and lead Dekaokto Solutions, delivering high-quality medical writing and strategic consulting for industry and academic clients.
My work includes authoring journal publications, conference abstracts, 14 educational modules, 200+ short-form articles, clinical trial materials, and funded grant applications. I have led and executed 35+ intelligence briefs as a manager and 75+ as an analyst to inform client decision-making.
I have a track record of applied research and editorial roles, including staff editor and reviewer positions, and prior research scientist and academic appointments. Clients value my ability to translate complex science into actionable insights and clear deliverables under tight timelines.
I combine scientific rigour from my PhD and postdoctoral training with practical project management and cross-functional leadership to drive impact in pharma, biotech, AI-in-life-sciences, and health services consulting.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Expert (Reviewer)
BioExpert Network
Jun 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
Served as expert reviewer for life sciences proposals and due diligence, providing technical assessments and recommendations to support funding decisions and project selection. Reviewed scientific merit and translational potential of submissions on a volunteer basis.
Medical Writer & Principal Consultant
Dekaokto Solutions
Dec 2022 - Present (2 years 10 months)
Founded and led consulting practice delivering medical writing, market ecosystem research, and competitive intelligence; authored training modules, clinical trial materials, 200+ articles, and secured/ supported grant applications totaling USD 320K. Managed client engagements and cross-functional teams to produce actionable intelligence and regulatory-ready documents.
Staff Editor
HealthManagement.org
Sep 2021 - May 2022 (8 months)
Edited and produced healthcare news and feature content for hospital managers and executives, improving editorial quality and contributing to targeted content strategy during hybrid engagement. Managed article production and ensured clinical accuracy.
Project Architect
PreScouter, Inc.
Jul 2018 - Jul 2021 (3 years)
Managed and delivered custom research projects including technology scouting and market intelligence for corporate clients, coordinating analyst teams and synthesizing findings into strategic reports. Oversaw project timelines and client communications as a freelance project manager.
Research Health Scientist
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Dec 2017 - Mar 2021 (3 years 3 months)
Conducted clinical and epidemiological research within VA systems, led studies and contributed to publications and funded research (VA I21-RX003170), coordinating multidisciplinary teams to generate peer-reviewed outputs. Managed data-driven projects informing veteran health policy and practice.
Affiliate Assistant Professor
Loyola University Chicago
Aug 2015 - Mar 2021 (5 years 7 months)
Taught and mentored students in neuroscience-related courses and supervised research activities as an affiliate faculty member, contributing to academic programs and collaborative research efforts. Supported curriculum delivery and student development.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Kentucky
Postdoctoral Studies, Cardiovascular Research
Completed postdoctoral studies at the Saha Cardiovascular Research Center focusing on cardiovascular research methodologies and translational science.
University of Iowa
Doctor of Philosophy, Neurobiology
Earned a PhD in Neurobiology with interdisciplinary training in neuroscience research and experimental techniques.
Availability
Location
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Website
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