What’s this all about?

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We’re here to help you learn about careers in MedComms and then, if you decide it’s of interest, to help you get your first job! Good luck.

Sign up to our FirstMedCommsJob Elert for regular updates for news of careers events, internships, open days and other relevant information.

We’re grateful for contributions from many members of the MedComms Networking community and specifically the following Sponsors of this FirstMedCommsJob service: AMICULUM Ltd, Ashfield Health, Envision Pharma Group, Fishawack Health, Helios Medical Communications, Lucid Group, McCann Health Medical Communications and Oxford PharmaGenesis.

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Upcoming events

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Relevant upcoming careers events:

Check out www.MedCommsNetworking.com for many more meetings that you might find of interest. Many of which are online and so you can attend from wherever you are based.

The following events should specifically be of interest to entry-level job seekers…

MedComms Webinar
Tips for successful job hunting in MedComms
Venue: Global
Date: 12.00-13.00 UK time, 10 November 2021
[PROGRAMME AND REGISTRATION DETAILS]

MedComms Webinar
FirstMedCommsJob: Working as a medical publications professional
Venue: Global
Date: 12.00-13.00 UK time, 17 November 2021
[PROGRAMME AND REGISTRATION DETAILS]

FirstMedCommsJob Workshop
Prepare for success
Venue: Global
Date: 10.00-12.00 UK time, 07 February 2022
[PROGRAMME AND REGISTRATION DETAILS]

I work in publications management…

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Whilst preparing the new issue of our latest careers guide, Ensuring timely dissemination of research: a guide to working as a medical publications professional (published October 2021)  we invited people working in publications management with the Sponsors, Envision Pharma Group, to tell us why they are doing so….

I work in publications management because I enjoy collaborating with an international team across the drug development lifecycle. It brings together my passions for science and communication, and every day has interesting new challenges.

Ciara Duffy, Medical Writer, Envision Pharma Group, UK

I work in publications management because I enjoy the interaction between authors, clients, communication professionals, clinicians and patients/carers. The mix of creativity and science is fulfilling, and ensures the job is never boring. It is also gratifying to work with so many people who are at the forefront of healthcare.

Jonathon Gibbs, Scientific Director, Envision Pharma Group, UK

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Careers guide – Working as a medical publications professional

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publications_management_cover_369x523Ensuring timely dissemination of research: a guide to working as a medical publications professional

By Dr John P Gonzalez CMPP, 2nd edition published October 2021 [Download your copy]

The aim of this guide is to provide an overview of medical publications management. As well as explaining the processes and the regulatory environment, we provide a number of profiles from specialist medical publications professionals that give valuable insights into the various different roles involved to help you determine if you’d like to join the team.

The 2nd edition of this careers guide about working as a medical publications professional is freely available here, published by Burntsky Ltd in October 2021, and it will now be updated every year.

This issue includes six personal profiles written by medical publications professionals, describing their personal journeys and the day-to-day work they now do.

Pubication of this careers guide has been supported by Envision Pharma Group.

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Working in regulatory medical writing

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In this webinar, we’re joined by Amy Ball and Megan Stanton-Humphreys from Insight Medical Writing, sponsors of our annual FirstMedCommsJob careers guide, “A writer’s role in drug development: a guide to getting started in regulatory medical writing”. The latest edition of the guide was published in September 2021. We talk about the regulatory medical writing services they provide and the different roles within their teams. You’ll learn about what they look for in entry-level staff, what training is provided and the career prospects. We reflect on the differences between MedComms and regulatory medical writing activities. And we answer questions from the audience.

It should be of interest to anyone who is looking for insights in to MedComms as a career and how to maximise their chances of gaining an entry level job.

Recorded 06 October 2021 as a MedComms Networking webinar. Produced by NetworkPharma.tv

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Careers guide – A writer’s role in drug development

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regulatory_writers_cover_369x522A writer’s role in drug development: a guide to getting started in regulatory medical writing

By Dr Debbie Brix Reynolds, 3rd edition published September 2021 [Download your copy]

This guide aims to provide an insight into regulatory medical writing with a focus on drug development as opposed to medical devices, although writers work in both areas. It explores the roles and attributes of the writer, tips on winning your first regulatory writing role and help in deciding whether this would be the career for you, drawing comparisons with working in MedComms.

The 3rd edition of this careers guide about regulatory medical writing is freely available here, published by Burntsky Ltd in September 2021, and it will now be updated every year.

Pubication of this careers guide has been supported by Insight Medical Writing

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MedComms Essentials: What types of projects could I be working on when I start?

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In this series of informal #MedComms webinars we specifically address individual questions that are frequently asked by individuals looking to start a career in medical communications. We’re joined on this occasion by Alex Dutka (Scientific Project Leader), Jade Murdoch (Senior Medical Writer) and Lauren Oswald (Associate Medical Writer) from Helios Global Group for their perspectives on the question, “What types of projects could I be working on when I start?”.

It should be of interest to anyone who is looking for insights in to MedComms as a career and how to maximise their chances of gaining an entry level job.

Recorded 15 July 2021 as a MedComms Networking webinar. Produced by NetworkPharma.tv

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MedComms Essentials: What has been the effect of the pandemic on medical communications?

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In this series of informal #MedComms webinars we specifically address individual questions that are frequently asked by individuals looking to start a career in medical communications. We’re joined on this occasion by Alex Dutka (Scientific Project Leader) and Simon Whiteley (Director) from Helios Global Group for their perspectives on the question, “What has been the effect of the pandemic on medical communications?”.

It should be of interest to anyone who is looking for insights in to MedComms as a career and how to maximise their chances of gaining an entry level job.

Recorded 15 July 2021 as a MedComms Networking webinar. Produced by NetworkPharma.tv

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MedComms Essentials: Is a career in medical communications a stable option?

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In this series of informal #MedComms webinars we specifically address individual questions that are frequently asked by individuals looking to start a career in medical communications. We’re joined on this occasion by Jill Bowers (Project Leader), Jade Murdoch (Senior Medical Writer) and Simon Whiteley (Director) from Helios Global Group for their perspectives on the question, “Is a career in medical communications a stable option?”.

It should be of interest to anyone who is looking for insights in to MedComms as a career and how to maximise their chances of gaining an entry level job.

Recorded 15 July 2021 as a MedComms Networking webinar. Produced by NetworkPharma.tv

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MedComms Essentials: What is involved in the writing test and what is its purpose?

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In this series of informal #MedComms webinars we specifically address individual questions that are frequently asked by individuals looking to start a career in medical communications. We’re joined on this occasion by Jill Bowers (Project Leader), Amelia Markey (Scientific Services Director) and Lauren Oswald (Associate Medical Writer) from Helios Global Group for their perspectives on the question, “What is involved in the writing test and what is its purpose?”.

It should be of interest to anyone who is looking for insights in to MedComms as a career and how to maximise their chances of gaining an entry level job.

Recorded 15 July 2021 as a MedComms Networking webinar. Produced by NetworkPharma.tv

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MedComms Essentials: How do I stand out when developing my CV and cover letter?

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In this series of informal #MedComms webinars we specifically address individual questions that are frequently asked by individuals looking to start a career in medical communications. We’re joined on this occasion by Jill Bowers(Project Leader) and Amelia Markey (Scientific Services Director) from Helios Global Group for their perspectives on the question, “How do I stand out when developing my CV and cover letter?”.

It should be of interest to anyone who is looking for insights in to MedComms as a career and how to maximise their chances of gaining an entry level job.

Recorded 15 July 2021 as a MedComms Networking webinar. Produced by NetworkPharma.tv

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