204 episodes

MSL Talk is a podcast hosted by Tom Caravela, MSL Recruiter and Founder of The Carolan Group, an Executive Search firm dedicated to the recruitment and placement of Medical Affairs professionals. The show will feature helpful information for current Medical Science Liaisons, job seekers looking to break into the pharmaceutical industry in their first MSL role and Medical Affairs leaders interested in hearing good industry conversation and medical affairs discussions. Topics will include helpful advice for aspiring MSLs, recruitment strategies, statistics and data, industry news, hiring and medical affairs trends as well as plenty of interview advice and career tips. The format is 30-60 minutes and mostly unscripted with the hope it is informative as all as inspiring!

MSL Talk Tom Caravela

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    • 4.8 • 117 Ratings

MSL Talk is a podcast hosted by Tom Caravela, MSL Recruiter and Founder of The Carolan Group, an Executive Search firm dedicated to the recruitment and placement of Medical Affairs professionals. The show will feature helpful information for current Medical Science Liaisons, job seekers looking to break into the pharmaceutical industry in their first MSL role and Medical Affairs leaders interested in hearing good industry conversation and medical affairs discussions. Topics will include helpful advice for aspiring MSLs, recruitment strategies, statistics and data, industry news, hiring and medical affairs trends as well as plenty of interview advice and career tips. The format is 30-60 minutes and mostly unscripted with the hope it is informative as all as inspiring!

    205. The Value of In-House Medical Affairs to the MSL

    205. The Value of In-House Medical Affairs to the MSL

    Erlene Seymour, Medical Director, US Medical Affairs Hematology at BeiGene discusses the value of In House or HQ Medical Affairs to the MSL.
    Learn more about…
    👉 Why is it important for MSLs to know about their inhouse counterparts and what comes from their support
    👉 What makes in house medical affairs so valuable to MSLs and to the organization
    👉 Advice for MSLs in how they should view and interact with their inhouse counterparts
    👉 Advice for MSLs that may want to pursue a role in house or HQ medical affairs position
    👉 What is it that helps MSLs stand out and separate themselves from the others
     
    PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup
     
    The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 
     
    MSL Talk is a podcast that features helpful information for current Medical Science Liaisons, Medical Affairs leaders, job seekers looking to break into the pharmaceutical industry in their first MSL role, as well as anyone interested in hearing good industry conversation and medical affairs discussions.
    #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

    • 29 min
    204. The Future MSL

    204. The Future MSL

    Eddie Power, Medical Strategist and CEO at emPower Medical discusses the future of the MSL role.
    Learn more about…
    👉 What factors will affect the MSL job and its trajectory into the future
    👉 What credentials will be necessary for the future MSL and what might change
    👉 What is on the horizon that makes the MSL role better (or worse) in the future
    👉 Is the future of the MSL role in jeopardy at all due to AI and artificial intelligence
    👉 Will new titles and responsibilities emerge for the MSL of the future
    👉 Will the MSL of the future be more involved with the patient
     
    PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup
     
    The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 
     
    MSL Talk is a podcast that features helpful information for current Medical Science Liaisons, Medical Affairs leaders, job seekers looking to break into the pharmaceutical industry in their first MSL role, as well as anyone interested in hearing good industry conversation and medical affairs discussions.
    #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

    • 35 min
    203. Why Chasing Titles is Fools Gold

    203. Why Chasing Titles is Fools Gold

    Archie Stone, Vice President Product Development at Aurinia Pharmaceuticals discusses career development strategies and why chasing titles can lead to "fools gold".
    Learn more about…
    👉 The importance of titles in medical affairs
    👉 How companies determine titles and levels
    👉 The universal standard for titles and levels (or lack thereof)
    👉 Why rock climbing is a good analogy for career progression
    👉 Common mistakes people are making in their careers
    👉 Advice for job seekers to find career success
     
    PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup
     
    The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 
     
    MSL Talk is a podcast that features helpful information for current Medical Science Liaisons, Medical Affairs leaders, job seekers looking to break into the pharmaceutical industry in their first MSL role, as well as anyone interested in hearing good industry conversation and medical affairs discussions.
    #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

    • 30 min
    202. The Increasing Complexity of TODAYS Interview Process

    202. The Increasing Complexity of TODAYS Interview Process

    Nabhan Islam, MD, Medical Science Liaison with Sanofi Canada shares his recent interview experience and the modern complexities that exist versus prior years.
    Learn more about…
    👉 What the interview process looks like now versus prior years
    👉 What drastic changes have been made in hiring
    👉 The challenges and pitfalls to be aware of when interviewing
    👉 How to better prepare for the modern-day interview
    👉 Advice for job seekers to find career success
     
    PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup
     
    The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 
     
    MSL Talk is a podcast that features helpful information for current Medical Science Liaisons, Medical Affairs leaders, job seekers looking to break into the pharmaceutical industry in their first MSL role, as well as anyone interested in hearing good industry conversation and medical affairs discussions.
    #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

    • 37 min
    201. Role of the MSL in launch preparedness for new products and indications

    201. Role of the MSL in launch preparedness for new products and indications

    Matt Goodwin, Vice President Medical Affairs at SC Pharmaceuticals discusses the role of the MSL in preparation and strategy for launch preparedness of new products/indications.
    Learn more about…
    👉 The importance of preparation and timeline for launch
    👉 Training and resources for launch mode
    👉 The role of field medical leadership
    👉 Milestones and success factors to consider
    👉 The stressors to be aware of and anticipate during a launch
     
    PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup
     
    The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 
     
    MSL Talk is a podcast that features helpful information for current Medical Science Liaisons, Medical Affairs leaders, job seekers looking to break into the pharmaceutical industry in their first MSL role, as well as anyone interested in hearing good industry conversation and medical affairs discussions.
    #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

    • 25 min
    200. The MSL - 4 Years, 200 Episodes…What’s new, What’s not

    200. The MSL - 4 Years, 200 Episodes…What’s new, What’s not

    Sarah Snyder, MSL Recruiter with The Carolan Group discusses how the MSL role has changed in the past 4 years, and how it has not.
    Learn more about…
    👉 Changes in KOL Engagement and Access
    👉 Titles, Responsibilities and Career Ladder
    👉 Resources that have emerged for MSLs (including tech and tools)
    👉 What changes in hiring practices have emerged
    👉 The MSL job market and factors that have affected it
    👉 The universal standard for MSLs
     
    PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup
     
    The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel. 
     
    MSL Talk is a podcast that features helpful information for current Medical Science Liaisons, Medical Affairs leaders, job seekers looking to break into the pharmaceutical industry in their first MSL role, as well as anyone interested in hearing good industry conversation and medical affairs discussions.
    #msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical

    • 33 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
117 Ratings

117 Ratings

KevinBurciaga ,

Best MSL Podcast

Tom is a great speaker and you can hear that on his podcast.

Some episodes are interviews, others are Tom solo where he talks about various topics like imposter syndrome.

Episodes are 20-40 minutes, perfect while commuting.

If you’re interested in Medical Affairs or becoming an MSL, subscribe to this podcast.

GNickunmc ,

MSL information

I am so impressed with the content of these podcasts and the variety of topics and guests. I was recommended by an MSL to listen to this and I am pleased with all I have learned so far. I am going through the archives to catch up. I’m confident this will help me prepare for getting an MSL role. Thanks for taking the time and energy you put into the podcast

PeterNguyen92 ,

The podcast that landed me my dream job

I am so grateful to have found the "MSL Talk" podcast during my search for this awesome role. The podcast provided me with invaluable knowledge and practical advice on how to land a job in this field. Tom and his guests shared their experiences and insights, covering topics beyond just the MSL role, including networking, resume writing, and interviewing. I credit the podcast for helping me secure my current MSL position. Thank you, Tom!!

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