In this episode of The Qualitalks Podcast, Yan Kugel interviewed Thomas McMann about the role of Contractors & Consultants in the pharmaceutical industry.

Working in a permanent job has its benefits, but also being an independent contractor or consultant. This work can be fantastic for many people who work in the pharmaceutical industry, but want a change in pace or just had enough of organizational politics.

Thomas is head of contacts at EPM Scientific Switzerland, and during the podcast, he addresses the following topics:

Here are some of the things Thomas told me about:

💡 Who should consider becoming an independent consultant

💡 What are the advantages and challenges of independence?

💡 What roles are there for pharma quality experts

💡 How many years of experience do you need in pharma before you can become an independent consultant?

💡 Why CSV is such a hot topic right now

💡 How to start-up your consultancy career

💡 How to find the best contracts

💡 What can you expect to earn