From Pharmacy to MSL: How an Rx background can lead to industry
In this episode, Tom Caravela welcomes Cassie James to discuss her transition from pharmacy to the industry and how her pharmacy skills have been invaluable in her MSL career. Cassie shares insights from her fellowship experience and outlines essential steps for transitioning into industry roles. They explore the importance of networking, positioning, and key skills for aspiring MSLs, along with the challenges and experiences Cassie has faced in her career. The conversation highlights the significance of mentorship in the MSL career path and concludes with Cassie's final advice for aspiring MSLs.
My guest today is Kassey James, PharmD, MHA, Medical Science Liaison at Ashfield and we discuss how a Pharmacy background can lead to a role as a Medical Science Liaison
Kassey explains…
👉Why Pharmacists are good candidates for MSL positions
👉How Pharmacists can position themselves for industry roles
👉Advice on how to land a fellowship or internship
👉What skills need to be developed to transition to industry
👉What challenges exist for newer MSLs right now
