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Communication as a Associate Director, Regulatory Affairs in Regulatory and Clinical Affairs
Communication is key for Regulatory Affairs. I once talked my way out of having to initiate a recall with regulators. I convinced them that it wasn't necessary and had the data to prove it. This was all due to having effective communication skills.
What specific skills are part of how you apply this transferable skill?
- Basic writing and editing
- Oral communication skills
- Speaking clearly and effectively
- Written communication skills
Communication as a Clinical Scientist in Regulatory and Clinical Affairs
Communication is a key part of clinical scientists. Half of the job is sitting in on meetings and influencing the team. The other half is communicating via email, publications, etc.
What specific skills are part of how you apply this transferable skill?
- Basic writing and editing
- Oral communication skills
- Presenting research to scientists
- Speaking clearly and effectively
- Writing scientific publications
- Written communication skills
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