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Pharma Careers 101 An overview

Pharma Careers 101 An overview. Presented by: Janice Albert, MSc. Pharmacology PhD Candidate, Experimental Surgery. Sharing my experience. Education: MSc Pharmacology (1993) PhD candidate, Experimental Surgery (since 2010) Pharma experience: Hoechst- Roussel (1993-1996)

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Pharma Careers 101 An overview

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  1. Pharma Careers 101An overview Presented by: Janice Albert, MSc. Pharmacology PhD Candidate, Experimental Surgery

  2. Sharing my experience Education: MSc Pharmacology (1993) PhD candidate, Experimental Surgery (since 2010) Pharma experience: • Hoechst-Roussel (1993-1996) • Hoechst Marion Roussel (1996-1999) • Schering Canada (1999-2002) • Merck-Schering Pharmaceuticals (2002-2005) • Schering-Plough Canada (2005-2010)

  3. Presentation Outline • Typical Medical Department • Positions for MSc, PhD and MDs • Tips – Job Interview • The 1st 100 days

  4. Drug Development Process Canadian Studies Post-Marketing – Phase IV Drug approved by Health Canada International Studies Clinical Trial – Phase III Clinical Trial – Phase II Headquarter Studies Clinical Trial – Phase I Pre-Clinical - animals Source: adapted from FDA website

  5. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Source: Google images

  6. Typical Medical Department Regulatory Affairs Clinical Research (Phase III) Medical Affairs (Phase IV) VP Medical Compliance Medical Information Drug Safety Other notations: Clinical Operations, ** Health Outcomes, Scientific Affairs

  7. Extended Team Members Clinical Research Organization (CRO) Regulatory Affairs Clinical Research Medical Affairs Government Affairs VP Medical Manufacturing Department Medical Information Compliance Finance Department Drug Safety Legal Department Office of the President Marketing Department Sales Department

  8. Positions in Clinical Research

  9. Positions in Clinical Research CRA relies on PM PM relies on CRA

  10. Skills – CRA and PM Interpersonal skills Organized Verbal and written communication Multi-tasking Conflict resolution Problem solving skills Negotiation Attention to details Association of Clinical Research Professional (ACRP) www.acrpnet.org Can be learned! Science background

  11. Tips ! • CRA position is the fastest way to get your foot in the door • It takes 3 years to master the position • Best way to be successful as a future PM

  12. So many things….so little time Source: Google images

  13. Did I miss something? Source: Google images

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  15. Positions in Medical Affairs

  16. Positions in Medical Affairs MSL relies on Director Director relies on MSL

  17. Skills – MSL and Scientific Director MUST HAVE Interpersonal skills Science background Organized Verbal and written communication Multi-tasking Conflict resolution Problem solving skills Negotiation Attention to details Can be learned! Business Skills

  18. Tips ! • MSL position is more popular than ever • Learning the pharma and the business is a challenge • It takes 3 years to master the position • Best way to be successful as a future Medical Advisor or Scientific Director

  19. Positions in Regulatory Affairs MUST HAVE Attention to details

  20. Source: Google images

  21. Positions in Drug Safety Attention to details MUST HAVE

  22. Source: Google images

  23. Positions in Medical Information Identify potential adverse events for Drug Safety Communication Skills MUST HAVE

  24. Job Interview

  25. Job Interview - Tips PREPARE • Read company website for news • Read shareholder section for R&D pipeline • Search clinical trials on www.clinicaltrials.gov • Go on www.linkedIn.com for profile

  26. Job Interview - Tips PREPARE • Match your CV with job description • Find interview questions & answers online • Practice your answers in front of mirror • Dress corporate: business suit

  27. Job Interview - Tips PREPARE • Questions about the job description • Training period • Mentorship programs / Go-to persons • Job’s expectations (replacement or new position?)

  28. Job Interview - Tips ****INTERVIEW SESSION***** • Good handshake, good eye contact • Prepare your opening statement • Beware of non-verbal habits (body language) • Don’t be afraid to say “I don’t know” but give a positive spin to your answer

  29. Job Interview - Tips Not the right time…. • Opportunity to move-up in the company (your are not hired yet) • Keep HR topics for HR (salary raise, bonus, vacations, car allowance, etc…) • Negotiate after you have an offer

  30. Job Interview - Tips AFTER the interview • Conclude with positive feedback (prepare your conclusion statement) • Send thank you note and express your interest for the job • Don’t expect an answer within 1 week • Continue to look for a job (it gives you an edge)

  31. The 1st 100 days *****OBSERVE, OBSERVE, OBSERVE***** • Treat people the way you want to be treated • Be positive about your job and the company • Observe group dynamics (during lunch time, meetings, off-line, when the boss speaks) • Introduce yourself to people

  32. The 1st 100 days *****OBSERVE, OBSERVE, OBSERVE***** • Ask for help (everyone loves to help) • Ask questions (you can’t know everything) • Make sure your boss looks good (no matter what) • Under promise and over deliver

  33. The 1st 100 days

  34. QUESTIONS?

  35. Clinical Trials Source: clinicaltrials.gov

  36. CRA – Monitoring Visit Medical Chart: Patient ID 001-2346 Patient was dizzy and SOB @10:00am. O2sats 92%. O2 @ 10:15 and back to 98%. Blood wk @10:30. RBC = 12. MD called. Case Report Forms (CRF): Patient ID 001-2346

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