Junpei Kozaki
Leader of Tomorrow Award
Junpei Kozaki joined Parexel International Inc. in 2006 after 5 years as a Medical Rep. at Novo Nordisk Pharma Ltd. He currently serves as Sr. Clinical Operation Leader for Global Studies and manages studies both in Japan and abroad. Junpei joined the DIA Japan Operation Team (OT) in 2016 and supported various DIA events including the Cell and Gene Therapy Products Symposium. He served as OT Leader from 2017 to 2019 and contributed to sustainable team building. During his tenure, the OT made developments such as the introduction of Young Professionals Registration Fee, and planning the sessions for Young Professionals in Japan Annual Meeting to promote participation of young people in DIA. He accepts this award on behalf of the OT members.