Author Archives: Tom Caravela

The transition from individual contributor to Medical Affairs leader with Gina Ferrari

My guest today is Gina Ferrari, National Director MSLs and we discuss her transition from Individual Contributor to Medical Affairs Leadership. In this episode we discuss: Gina’s background How she transitioned from an MSL to a Medical Affairs Leader Skills to be developed in preparation for promotion and how MSLs can position themselves the same…

How to Negotiate a Job Offer

I have a special episode today by request. I’m going to talk about how to negotiate a job offer. I’m sincerely hoping that there’s a lot of you out there that’s in this position or very soon will be and you’ll find this information really useful. In this episode: Few questions to ask yourself when…

How to maximize KOL engagement and MSL insights gathering at your next virtual congress with Patrina Pellet

My guest today is Patrina Pellet. She is the Vice President of Medical Strategy at Kernel. We talk about how to maximize KOL engagement and MSL insights gathering at your next virtual congress.  In this episode: Patrina’s article Patrina’s advice on where can people start Tips for folks attending (coordinating, navigating, etc) Virtual booths Tips…

How will COVID-19 affect the MSL role and what new skills may emerge as necessary to maintain value, access and future success with Paul Ward

My guest today is Paul Ward. He is the National Director, Oncology MSLs at AstraZeneca, and MSL Society Advisory Board Member. We will discuss how Covid-19 will affect the role of the MSL and what new skills may emerge as necessary to maintain value, access, and future success. In this episode: How interviews are being…

10 Tips for a Successful MSL Interview with Sue Watson

My guest today is Sue Watson. Sue is the Scientific Director, Oncology Medical Affairs, Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Johnson & Johnson. Our topic today is 10 Tips for a successful MSL interview. In this episode: Who is Sue and what she’s doing Sue’s advice as candidates start to prepare the interview Tips for a successful MSL Interview…