Wim Nijhoff

Wim Nijhoff, PhD, is a seasoned professional in clinical operations and quality management, currently serving as Global Director Clinical Operations and Senior Clinical Quality Management Lead at Merck Group since March 2014. With a robust background in strategic leadership roles across prominent organizations including ReSearch Pharmaceutical Services, Quintiles, PPD, and Bayer, Nijhoff has been instrumental in driving Quality by Design and Risk-Based Monitoring in clinical studies. Academic qualifications include a PhD in Medicine from Radboud University, where research focused on glutathione S-transferases and dietary anticarcinogens. Throughout a career spanning over two decades, Nijhoff has demonstrated expertise in developing training frameworks, optimizing clinical site operations, and ensuring the successful execution of clinical studies across Europe.