Марія

MARIIA DZHUS
MEDICAL RESEARCHER

PROFILE CONTACT
Physician and researcher with 10+ years of experience in
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clinical care. Expert in academic and applied health research,
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patient-centered policy processes, and scientific/medical
Address: Leuven, BE
communication.
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Research and Patient Engagement Officer (Internship) | Jun 2025 - Dec 2025
Cancer Patients Europe, Brussels
Building bridges between cancer research and patient communities in Europe by analyzing complex scientific information
and translating it into accessible content for patients, policymakers, and the general public.
Promoting patient participation in research and clinical trials through the development and review of patient-focused
documents (including EMA), questionnaire design, and stakeholder coordination within EU-funded projects.
Supporting and influencing European cancer care policy through research, awareness-raising, and presentation of
evidence-based recommendations to policymakers, including at the European Parliament.
Representing CPE and leading strategic advisory structures by managing scientific and patient advisory boards,
organizing surveys, and participating in medical conferences and policy-oriented meetings.

PhD Researcher | Apr 2022 - Apr 2025
KU Leuven
Research into viral susceptibility within the DADA2 project, focusing on immune dysregulation and its impact on viral
infections.
Conducting rigorous experiments, advanced data analysis, and collaborating with experts in the field to develop insights
into immune-related disorders and potential therapies.
Scientific writing and publishing to communicate complex findings clearly to scientific and medical communities. (Full
publication list available via Google Scholar)
Presenting research at conferences and seminars, fostering collaborations, and contributing to the field’s knowledge base.

Pediatrician assistant / Resident | Sep 2018 - Apr 2022
Dobrobut Medical Center, Kyiv
Delivered comprehensive pediatric care, including diagnostic assessments and management, vaccination programs.
Supported COVID-19 response efforts through hotline and care in the COVID ICU.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care and communication.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING LANGUAGES
Bogomolets National Medical University, Kyiv | 2014 – 2020 First language: Ukrainian
Medical Doctor (M.D.) English – C1
Shupyk National Healthcare University of Ukraine | 2020 –2022 Dutch – C1
Pediatrician German – B2
French – A1