CIS Research Celebrates 2025 Pharmacy Fellowship Program Graduate

Polya Braykova, PharmD successfully graduates the CIS Research Pharmacy Fellowship Program at Gurnee, IL Clinic 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  

Gurnee, IL – Clinical Investigation Specialists, Inc. congratulates 2025 Pharmacy Fellowship Program Graduate Polya Braykova, PharmD on her successful completion of the program. In 2024, Polya graduated from Midwestern University College of Pharmacy where she was recognized on the Dean’s List for outstanding academic performance for ten quarters.  

Regarding her experience as a pharmacy fellow, Polya says: “Completing the Clinical Research Fellowship at CIS has given me the skills and experience necessary to grow into a successful and well-rounded Clinical Research Pharmacist. Throughout the fellowship, I had the opportunity to lead and contribute to a variety of impactful projects—both within our organization and the broader field of clinical research. I'm especially grateful to my mentors at CIS for their unwavering support and guidance, as well as to my team members who have made this journey truly enriching.”  

As a pharmacy student at MWU, Polya also successfully completed the competitive Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) elective rotation at CIS Research with President and Director of Regulatory Affairs Dr. Eva Agaiby, PharmD, as her Preceptor:  

“It has been a distinct pleasure to work with the students in our Clinical Research Fellowship Program since we launched the program seven years ago. Cultivating a deep knowledge and skillset, our fellows display intricate involvement in patient care, academia, and the advancement of medical research. Congratulations to another successful graduate- onward board!”, says Eva Agaiby. 

CIS Research is proud to offer unique academic programs to students pursuing Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degrees. In alignment with our mission ("dedicated to a healthier tomorrow"), CIS's educational opportunities provide formational, real-world clinical experience and valuable networking opportunities to healthcare leaders of the future. 

Read more about our Pharmacy Fellowship Program and other academic opportunities here. 

“Completing the Clinical Research Fellowship at CIS has given me the skills and experience necessary to grow into a successful and well-rounded Clinical Research Pharmacist. Throughout the fellowship, I had the opportunity to lead and contribute to a variety of impactful projects—both within our organization and the broader field of clinical research. I'm especially grateful to my mentors at CIS for their unwavering support and guidance, as well as to my team members who have made this journey truly enriching.”  

- Polya Braykova, PharmD 
  2025 PharmD Fellowship Program Graduate, CIS Research