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Tom Caravela
MSL Hiring and Recruitment: 5 Ways to Support Diversity and Inclusion
Medical Science Liaison hiring, diversity and inclusion recruitment, diverse interview panel, employee referral program, diversity sourcing strategies
While the COVID-19 pandemic wreaked havoc on many industries, Medical Science Liaison hiring was steady throughout 2020 and continues to remain strong in 2021. The one change in hiring that has become evident is the increase in recruitment practices that support diversity and inclusion. While we may…
May 19th • 2 mins read
Karen Geary
Finding the Right Drug at the Right Dose the First Time: Has the Era of Personalized Formularies Finally Arrived?
drug dose, dose, pharmacogenomics, Personalized medicine
Many Americans take medications that are ineffective or cause adverse reactions due to genetic differences in drug metabolism. Pharmacogenomics, the study of how genes affect drug response, can help tailor medications to individual genetic profiles, reducing trial and error in prescriptions. A s…
Sep 27th • 1 min read
Jorge J. García, Luis E. Raez, Daniel Rosas
A narrative review of biosimilars: a continued journey from the scientific evidence to practice implementation
Biosimilars, interchangeability, extrapolation, immunogenicity
Biologic agents have significantly improved the management of serious health conditions over the last two decades, offering better treatment outcomes and quality of life compared to traditional chemotherapy. The cost of biologic drugs is high, leading to increased healthcare expenses. This mirror…
Aug 3rd • 10 mins read
Peter N Morcos, Junyi Li, Iraj Hosseini, Chi‐Chung Li
Quantitative Clinical Pharmacology of T‐Cell Engaging Bispecifics: Current Perspectives and Opportunities
quantitative clinical pharmacology, T-Cell, TDB, bispecificss
The pharmacological response of TDBs involves complex interactions between T-cells, tumor cells, and TDBs, posing challenges in understanding pharmacokinetics, tissue distribution, target engagement, and exposure-response relationships. Dosing strategy is crucial for determining the therapeu…
Nov 18th • 15 mins read
Stefanie Broes, Robbe Saesen, Denis Lacombe, Isabelle Huys
Past, Current, and Future Cancer Clinical Research Collaborations: The Case of the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer
European organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer, EORTC, clinical research
Collaborations between academic institutions and industry have led to significant scientific breakthroughs in pharmaceutical research, particularly in the discovery phase. The role of multi-stakeholder partnerships in the clinical development of anticancer medicines requires further clarification…
Aug 16th • 8 mins read
Jaques van Heerden, MD, Mohamed Zaghloul, MD, Anouk Neven, MSc, Teresa de Rojas, MD, PhD, Jennifer Geel, MD, Catherine Patte, MD, Joyce Balagadde-Kambugu, MD, Peter Hesseling, MD, Francine Tchintseme, MD, Eric Bouffet, MD, and Laila Hessissen, MD
Pediatric Oncology Clinical Trials and Collaborative Research in Africa: Current Landscape and Future Perspectives
pediatric oncology, clinical trials, research, Africa, collaborative research
Current childhood cancer survival rates in African countries range from 8.1% to 30.3%. The review focuses on pediatric oncology trials in Africa, highlighting challenges and suggesting research collaboration opportunities. Data were collected from the SIOP global mapping survey, ClinicalT…
Aug 7th • 10 mins read
Forbes Books Press Release Official
New Book Unites Oncology’s Brightest Minds To Innovate Cancer Cures
Voices of Oncology, Cancer cures, Oncology Voice Network, Kirk V. Shepard, Ramin Farhood, Forbes Books, Cancer treatment innovation, Oncology collaboration, Patient engagement in oncology, Precision medicine cancer
Voices of Oncology: Fostering a Collaborative Community of Experts to Accelerate Cancer Cures is a book by Kirk V. Shepard, M.D., and Ramin Farhood, PharmD, M.B.A., featuring insights from 33 contributors in the oncology field. It is available on platforms like Amazon and Barne…
Sep 9th • 5 mins read
Tom Caravela
Where Did My Interview Go Wrong?
interview preparation tips, job interview mistakes, hiring manager feedback, candidate interview performance, professional recruiter advice
During the course of a lengthy and involved interview process, job seekers are often left wondering where they went wrong, or why things didn’t pan out positively in their favor – with a great job offer at the end and an exciting next chapter to look forward to in their professional care…
Apr 24th • 1 min read
Tom Caravela
Mastering the First Impression
first impression, job interviews, professional communication, resume tips, LinkedIn profile
Why is a first impression so important? Mainly because it could also be your last, and only, impression on someone. Oftentimes, job seekers can fail at conveying a positive first impression, and they will unfortunately never get another chance to show who they truly are. This is an area that I feel …
Jan 29th • 2 mins read
Tom Caravela
12 Interview Techniques to Help Land Your Next Job
interview preparation, job interview tips, business etiquette, salary negotiation, follow-up after interview
Your next career move could very well be one interview away. Be sure to take every measure to prepare yourself and make the most of the opportunity. According to a recent Simply Hired survey of over 850 Managers, an overwhelming 89% said that “showing lack of preparation” will affect the…
May 12th • 1 min read
Tom Caravela
“Extreme Interviewing” – MSL Interview Tips and Insights from Medical Affairs Leaders
Extreme Interviewing, Medical Science Liaison, Emotional Intelligence, Hiring Process, Interview Tips
What is “Extreme Interviewing”? Is there such a thing? Does this term even exist in the dictionary? The short, and maybe obvious, answer is “No.” So perhaps I am guilty of coining a new term for the purpose of this article, but it is a concept that is very relevant and worth…
Jul 9th • 1 min read
Tom Caravela
Job Search Checklist for Aspiring Medical Science Liaisons
Medical Science Liaison, MSL role, MSL career tips, Pharmaceutical industry jobs, Break into MSL career
Tips to Help Break into Your First MSL Role The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) role, has become one of the most sought-after career paths in the Pharmaceutical and Biotech industry. What does it take to land a role as a Medical Science Liaison? As an MSL Recruiter, this is a question that I am…
May 17th • 2 mins read
Tom Caravela
MSL Retention – What Matters Most
digital marketing, search engine optimization, keyword analysis, content strategy, online visibility
As the Medical Science Liaison job market continues to become more and more competitive, attrition rates continue to increase as a result. One of the most common questions I receive from MSL Directors and Medical Affairs leaders is, “What can we do to keep our MSLs loyal and motivated?” …
Mar 15th • 2 mins read
Tom Caravela
How to Prepare for a Virtual or Video Interview
virtual interview tips, video interview preparation, mastering virtual communication, professional video interview setup, successful online interview
As we are quickly becoming thrust into the age of “virtual” meetings and video interviews, job seekers and industry professionals need to be completely prepared to master this new paradigm of interpersonal communication. Here are some important tips for acing your next video interview: …
Mar 19th • 1 min read
Tom Caravela
10 Ways to Make an Impact on a Phone Interview
phone interview tips, importance of phone screen, phone interview preparation, how to express interest in job, phone interview strategies
The phone interview, sometimes referred to by Hiring Managers and Talent Acquisition teams as the “phone screen,” is most often the first step in the interview process. While most job seekers are familiar with this concept and first step, some think of it simply as a formality or a way t…
Apr 9th • 1 min read
Tom Caravela
Resume Writing and Editing Tips for Pharma Professionals
Pharmaceutical recruiter, Resume writing tips, Professional CV, LinkedIn profile optimization, Job application keywords
As a Professional Pharmaceutical Recruiter, I read and evaluate resumes (as well as CVs), every day. While I am not a professional resume writer, I have a very strong understanding of what a good resume or CV looks like and what should be included. More importantly, I keep track of what is most effe…
Aug 8th • 1 min read
Bridget Rasmusson
6 Tips to Ace Your Next MSL Interview!
digital marketing, content optimization, search engine ranking, keyword research, on-page SEO
As a Medical Affairs-focused recruitment firm, we see MSL interview "wins" and slip-ups on a daily basis. From our experience working with candidates across all therapeutic areas and across the entire United States, I've noticed a few trends that might help you get that next interview "win" under yo…
Sep 28th • 1 min read
Bridget Rasmusson
Presentation Nails and Fails: 7 Tips to Ace Your Next MSL Presentation
MSL interview tips, scientific presentation skills, hiring managers expectations, medical science liaison communication, virtual interview preparation
The presentation portion of the MSL interview is truly “make or break,” and more often than not, the most highly weighted category of the entire interview process. Countless Hiring Managers have passed on MSL candidates that do not perform well on their scientific presentation – re…
Oct 12th • 1 min read
Tom Caravela
Combatting the “Summer Slow Down" – MSL Job Search Tips for Slower Months
Medical Science Liaison, Medical Affairs recruitment, job search strategies, networking in medical field, summer hiring trends
There is definitely a cyclical nature to hiring Medical Science Liaisons and Medical Affairs professionals. Typically, peak season for recruitment and hiring is from March to June, which is the time-frame in and around which MSLs collect their annual bonuses. However, Medical Science Liaison hiring …
Jun 23rd • 2 mins read
Tom Caravela
7 High-Cost Interview Mistakes that are Easy to Avoid
digital marketing, content strategy, search engine optimization, keyword research, online visibility
Is your job search taking much longer than expected? Have you gone on interviews and feel it went well, but you still didn’t get the job? Interviewing in a competitive job market can be more challenging than one might think. COVID-19 has not made the interview process any easier – instea…
Jul 28th • 1 min read