MSL Talk

HOLD MY BEER… I’m Going to be an MSL


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In this episode, Lana Lucidi shares her journey from early career roles to becoming a Medical Science Liaison. She delves into her transition process, highlighting the importance of mentorship, networking, and leveraging transferable skills. Lana addresses common challenges faced when pursuing an MSL role, particularly navigating job descriptions and targeting the right companies. She offers valuable advice for aspiring MSLs, emphasizing the significance of building expertise and confidence, especially when engaging with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs). The episode concludes with reflections on the MSL role, the impact of the MSL Talk podcast, and words of encouragement for those on the MSL path.

My guest this week is Lana Luccitti, Medical Science Liaison with Topcon Health who discusses how it is possible to land an MSL role without a Doctorate.

Lana shares…

👉 What made her want to be an MSL
👉 The first thing she did in her MSL Search
👉 The frustrations she had along the way
👉 What helped her stand out from others
👉 Most important advice she can offer

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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

(0:00) Introduction to Lana Lucidi and episode overview
(0:22) Announcements and reminders
(0:55) Lana Lucidi's early career and transition to MSL
(3:27) Mentorship and experiences in lab and industry roles
(6:43) Pursuit of MSL role and overcoming job description challenges
(10:16) Networking, transferable skills, and targeting companies
(14:08) Application strategies and leveraging industry connections
(18:01) Advice for aspiring MSLs and building expertise
(21:18) Impact of MSL Talk podcast and coaching program
(23:37) Final thoughts on MSL journey and implementing resources
(25:05) Reflections on being an MSL and expectations
(26:29) Engaging with KOLs and the role of confidence
(29:22) Encouragement and takeaways for aspiring MSLs
(29:46) Closing remarks and appreciation
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