Raquel Teixeira

Raquel Teixeira, PhD, MBA Director of R&D and Business Development | Pharmaceutical Innovator | Business Leader Raquel Teixeira is a science-driven business leader with over a decade of experience in pharmaceutical research, development, and business strategy. With a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences specializing in Pharmaceutical Technology, an Executive MBA from AESE Business School, and a postgraduate degree in Pharmaceutical Marketing and Business Development, Raquel seamlessly bridges scientific innovation and business growth. Since 2012, Raquel has built a successful career in the pharmaceutical industry, beginning as the Development and Coordination Lead for collaborative projects between Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare and King’s College London. She later became Technology Manager at the Medicines Research Institute (iMed.ULisboa), contributing to pharmaceutical development and innovation. Currently, as Director of R&D and Business Development at Atral Laboratories, Raquel leads cross-functional teams in fast-growing environments, driving pharmaceutical innovation and business expansion. She is passionate about mentoring and inspiring teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and achievement. In 2024, she was invited to serve on a European Commission expert panel evaluating research applications, further contributing to the advancement of pharmaceutical sciences. Skills & Expertise General Management & Leadership ✅ Leadership & Team Management ✅ Strategic Vision & Business Development ✅ Research & Development ✅ Project & Partnership Management Pharmaceutical & Industry Expertise ✅ Pharmaceutical Innovation & Drug Development ✅ Formulation & Analytical Development ✅ Medicines, OTCs, Food Supplements, and Cosmetics ✅ Community Pharmacy & Regulatory Compliance Personal Attributes ✅ Goal-Oriented & Proactive ✅ Inspiring & Empathetic Leader ✅ Out-of-the-Box Thinker & Problem-Solver Education • Executive MBA, AESE Business School, Lisbon, PT (2024) • Postgraduate Degree in Pharmaceutical Marketing & Business Development, ISEG – Lisbon School of Economics & Management, PT (2019) • Cohitec Program – Turning Science to Business, ISCTE – COTEC, PT (2015) • PhD in Pharmacy (Pharmaceutical Technology Specialization), Faculty of Pharmacy, Coimbra, PT (2014) • Invited Researcher (PhD Program), Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, King’s College London, UK (2012) • Professional Trainer Pedagogical Skills Certificate (CCP), Institute of Employment and Vocational Training, PT (2010) • PharmD (Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences), Faculty of Pharmacy, Fernando Pessoa University, Porto, PT (2009) Honors & Achievements • European Commission Expert, Research Executive Agency – Evaluator for HORIZON-MSCA, Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions • Invited Professor, Invictus Sciences – Advanced Program in Product Management & Business Development • Reviewer, Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy – Elsevier • Pharmaceutical Technology Research Group Member, iMed.Ulisboa, University of Lisbon • Teaching Assistant, Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Coimbra • Pharmacist & Business Owner, Farmácia Aliança, Sociedade Unipessoal, Lda. Raquel’s expertise in pharmaceutical innovation, business strategy, and leadership makes her a driving force in the industry, shaping the future of pharmaceutical research, development, and commercialization.