NHS2Pharma
Training for entry level pharmaceutical physicians
NHS2Pharma workshops are free 1 day training workshops developed and organised by only medics. Attendance at the workshop is by invitation following a detailed screening process. The workshops are also attended by industry professionals some of whom are actively recruiting. Delegates will be expected to have already researched roles for physicians and be committed to making a move into industry without delay.
The workshops provide opportunity to
• receive independent, targeted career advice
• learn more about the processes of Clinical Research, Medical Affairs and Pharmacovigilance
• learn about interview techniques and how to be successful when applying for roles
• take part in practical exercises about working in the industry
• receive a presentation folder packed with information about the pharmaceutical industry
The day includes presentations by Elaine Ford, Managing Director of only medics, experienced industry physicians and HR professionals. Other HR professionals and medics from pharmaceutical companies attend as observers. They have opportunity to see how the candidates perform and interact at the workshop rather than hiring on the basis of interviews alone. During breaks and over lunch, delegates mingle with the industry professionals in a relaxed and informal environment and discuss points of interest.
Comments from the last NHS2Pharma training workshop in June 2007
"Just a short note to thank you for inviting me to the excellent workshop today. I found it inspiring, well-organised and very informative."
"Thank you very much for the extremely useful workshop yesterday. It was great to interact with people who have moved into the industry and are able to offer an unbiased and realistic perspective. And of course, it was lovely to meet you both!"
"A quick note to say thank you for running that excellent workshop yesterday. It was good to hear honest opinions about the differing roles and get to chat with representatives from the industry."
"Congratulations only medics. A very well-organised day with excellent presentations and useful practical exercises. It's great that you offer this to entry level doctors. From the HR perspective it was so helpful to see roles from industry medics' viewpoint and we look forward to working with only medics in the future."
"An inspiring day and an eye-opener on roles for doctors in the pharma industry. Thank you for inviting me to NHS2Pharma last week and please pass on my thanks to all the HR managers and industry physicians for their presentations and helpful advice."
"Thanks Elaine. One of the most enjoyable days I've had in a while! Excellent candidates, enthusing presentations and just great, open-minded practical advice from someone who really understands medical roles and our industry."
"I must be honest and admit that when I first heard about NHS2Pharma, I thought it was simply a recruitment exercise. How wrong I was. It was refreshing to meet a company that is so supportive of medics' careers and puts their needs ahead of its own."
"Thank you for a great day. It was very informative and actually quite fun!"
"I did enjoy the event - quite exhausting in a good way - as so much was packed in. The location, catering and importantly the delegates' packs, were brilliant. Thank you very much for the opportunity."
"I will not lie to you, prior to attending the workshop I had spoken with another recruitment company and as you know my CV was available on other websites so I subsequently recieved several calls from other companies. That being said, none impressed me as much as only medics and I fully intend to deal with you exclusively. I thank you once again for the opportunity to attend the workshop and look forward to speaking to you again in due course."
The next NHS2Pharma event
To apply to attend the next workshop, please confirm your interest when registering with us. We will then contact you to discuss your career aspirations in more detail.
Please note that candidates for NHS2Pharma workshops must have
• full GMC registration or an equivalent eligible for full GMC registration
• at least 2 years post registration in recognised training rotations in the UK
• good evidence of prior research into roles in the pharmaceutical industry
• motivation and commitment to make a career transition into the industry
• excellent communication skills
• therapeutic expertise in Oncology, Haematology, Diabetes, Metabolic Disease, Endocrinology, GI, Infectious Diseases, Virology, CNS, Cardiology, Anaesthesia, Rheumatology or Respiratory medicine is a distinct advantage
• for a role in Clinical Research, prior involvement in clinical trials; either as an investigator or sub-investigator, is important
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