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#131 - From NIH, CDC, FDA to Pharma: Physician Job Transitions
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Are you a physician or scientist currently working in a government agency like the FDA, NIH, or CDC? Have you wondered if your unique skills and experiences are transferable and valuable to the pharmaceutical or biotech industry?
In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss:
- How federal health agency skills and experience may be aligned to physician roles in the pharmaceutical industry
- Job search strategies, current job market challenges, and how to stand out
- Potentially relevant federal agencies that employ physicians and scientists, and related transferrable skills
In this podcast episode, we delve into why physicians and scientists from agencies like the FDA, CDC, NIH, CMS, and even DoD/BARDA possess highly relevant expertise for roles within pharma, medical device, and biotech companies. I’ll share some insights and encouragement for those considering this specific career shift, emphasizing the significant value you bring and the actionable steps needed to navigate the move into industry.
In this Episode:
[03:20] Relevant government agencies for transferable skills
[8:00] The interplay between scientific communication and policy
[15:54] Start now, start with LinkedIn
Links and Resources:
Industry Insider - 12 hours of CME, learn exactly how to land a rewarding nonclinical career without a new degree, special connections, prior experience, or a pay cut
Episode 86: Getting a Job in Pharma Without Prior Experience
Episode 87: How to Get Started Finding a Nonclinical Job in Pharma
Episode 88: What Physicians Do in Pharma: Drug Discovery and Development
Episode 89: Physician Jobs in Pharma: Medical Affairs
Episode 90: Physician Jobs in Pharma: Clinical Research and CROs
Episode 91: Physician Jobs in Pharma: Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance
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