iJOBS Career Panel: Medical Affairs
Professional Development
Rutger University
679 Hoes Lane West
CABM Room 010
Piscataway, NJ 08854
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Event Description
Medical affairs is a unique organization within a life science company that focuses on the communications between the company and medical professionals, healthcare providers, and patients. Roles within Medical Affairs include Medical Science Liaison, Medical Information, Pharmacovigliance, Regulatory Affairs etc… Come hear from a panel of PhD level individuals who are in medical affairs to learn about their career path and find out about the Board Certification in Medical Affairs.
In-person or Zoom options
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