Conversations on the Pharmaceutical Industry

In this latest episode of My QP Journey, Carol Felgar joins host Peter Deegan to share her full journey to becoming a Qualified Person, from early doubts to eventual success.

Along the way, Carol reflects on:

This episode is packed with relatable insights, encouragement and valuable takeaways for anyone on the QP path. Enjoy!

Six years ago Ben and our host Peter Deegan had an informal chat over coffee about the benefits and challenges of becoming a QP. After many eventful years Ben and Peter come together again to discuss Ben’s journey to Viva success.

In this episode, Ben and Peter touch on:

- Juggling family life with the demands of study

- The importance of a strong network for support

- Knowing your weaknesses and targeting these for improvement

If you want to undertake your own journey to becoming a QP we can support you all the way. Visit https://www.rssl.com/life-science-training-consultancy/qualified-person-training-programme/ to find out how.

This week, Peter Deegan sits down with newly qualified QP Mike Hadebe, who shares his inspiring path from NHS pharmacist to QA specialist and ultimately to QP success.

In this episode, Mike opens up about:

- How he built a support network of QPs to learn from diverse experiences

- The value his clinical background brought to the QP application process

- Why staying sharp on regulatory changes is essential ahead of your Viva Mike’s journey is a must-listen for anyone on the QP path or for QP mentors.

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

If you'd like to follow in Mike's footsteps you can start with us by checking out our suite of QP courses here: https://www.rssl.com/life-science-training-consultancy/qualified-person-training-programme/

After learning about the responsibilities of a QP and attending an introductory training module from RSSL, Rebeca Bruzzichessi decided that the role of a Qualified Person was a privilege she wanted to shoulder.

In our latest episode of My QP Journey, host Peter Deegan dives into Rebeca’s journey through her training and all the way to recently passing her viva. From setting up support networks to being proactive in gaining the necessary experience for her application, Rebeca tells Peter all about what she learnt throughout the process, including:

So whether you’re thinking about becoming a QP or already on the way, this conversation offers insight into the process and valuable advice from a newly qualified QP.

In the latest episode of My QP Journey, Gurpreet Birch shares with host Peter Deegan how after exploring various roles that left her feeling unsatisfied, she found her true calling as a Qualified Person (QP).

After self funding her initial training with RSSL, she focused on making strategic career moves that offered the widest diversity of experience - experience vital for constructing a strong QP application.

In her discussion with Peter, Gurpreet talks about the challenges she faced on her way to a successful Viva, including:

Its a fun and insightful discussion whether you are thinking about becoming a QP or already on the way to being one.

We're back with a brand new series in our Conversations on the Pharmaceutical Industry podcast, this time diving deep into the experiences of Qualified Persons (QPs)!

In the first episode, Peter is joined by Blair McKay, a newly qualified RSSL QP course alumni. Blair’s journey to becoming a QP is particularly unique, having started just as the global pandemic began.

In this episode, Blair shares how he adapted to socially distanced learning, his structured approach to completing the QP application, top tips for successfully passing the Viva and the importance of staying positive during overwhelming moments.

Curious about becoming a QP? Check out our QP career path and tap into the expertise and guidance we offer to help you succeed in this exciting field! https://www.rssl.com/life-science-training-consultancy/qualified-person-training-programme/

As pharmaceutical supply chains diversify auditors are regularly faced with new and unconventional challenges. How would you approach auditing a rural snake farm providing key materials that will potentially save patient lives?

With 25 years of pharmaceutical experience across all stages of development and manufacturing, Tracy Sienko has faced every kind of challenge giving her the opportunity to think deeply about her role and how well she can perform it.

On our latest episode she and Peter discuss the important foundation formal auditing training provides, how consistency across audits boosts auditee confidence and how to handle suppliers who may not be as cooperative as others.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

If you enjoyed this episode and wanted to follow in Tracy's footsteps please check out our Auditing Career Path Programme. From nurturing early-career talent, to fostering continuous professional development (CPD), RSSL provides you with a comprehensive auditing career path giving you a powerful platform to propel your career further: https://www.rssl.com/training-consultancy/auditing-career-path-training-programme/

For our latest My Auditing Journey episode, our host Peter Deegan chats with RSSL Lead Auditor course alumni Sam Huff.

Despite the fact Sam is early in his career, he has already accumulated an impressive amount of experience - and not all of it has been straightforward! Peter and Sam dive in to some of the tricky situations that Sam has found himself in and how these experiences have made him a better auditor.

We also hear about how the Lead Auditor course has shaped his career and what he has learned beyond the classroom, including:

• Why being mentally sharp is crucial when conducting an audit

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Want to follow in Sam's footsteps and become a pharmaceutical auditor? From nurturing early-career talent, to fostering continuous professional development (CPD), RSSL provides you with a comprehensive auditing career path giving you a powerful platform to propel your career further: https://www.rssl.com/training-consultancy/auditing-career-path-training-programme/

This week we are joined by Wheeler Bio's Chief Quality and Regulatory Officer Marc Helouin!

To say Marc has had a varied career would be an understatement. A trained Pharmaceutical Auditor with 25 years of Biopharma experience under his belt including Corporate Head of Audit (R&D) for AstraZeneca and leadership roles at other major pharma companies, Marc has been involved with domains ranging from quality assurance, corporate audit, supply chain assurance, commercial compliance and more.

Coupled with his degree in chemistry, Marc also holds a law degree and is a member of the bar for the state and federal courts of Ohio, as well as being a member of the bar of the Supreme Court of the United States. As if this isn't enough, Marc is also a graduate of the US Navy's Nuclear Power School, subsequently rising to the rank of lieutenant commander.

With a CV as long as your arm Peter and Marc found plenty of fertile ground to cover on Marc's experience of auditing, not only on both sides of the table but both sides of the Atlantic. Marc shares how his background in law helped his auditing, how crucial frameworks can be when investigating GMP environments, how being proactive auditee can work to your benefit and just how difficult it can be navigating an audit where English isn't necessarily the first language.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Want to follow in Marc's footsteps and become a pharmaceutical auditor? From nurturing early-career talent, to fostering continuous professional development (CPD), RSSL provides you with a comprehensive auditing career path giving you a powerful platform to propel your career further: https://www.rssl.com/training-consultancy/auditing-career-path-training-programme/

Today we are joined by RSSL Head of Quality Peter Rooney! Starting in analytical chemistry, Peter's career has led him from running a contract lab to becoming a senior manager at UKAS, assessing against many different standards at labs large and small around the world before becoming the one responsible for getting RSSL into audit ready shape.

The two Peters drill down into what auditors want to see in terms of quality control when they visit laboratories, whether that's a multi-site global pharmaceutical brand or a two person operation working out of the side building of a house. They discuss to how to deal with equipment obsolescence, how to gauge "quality culture" and just how much more difficult complex data systems have made the job.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Want to follow in Peter's footsteps and become a pharmaceutical auditor? From nurturing early-career talent, to fostering continuous professional development (CPD), RSSL provides you with a comprehensive auditing career path giving you a powerful platform to propel your career further: https://www.rssl.com/training-consultancy/auditing-career-path-training-programme/