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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.
- 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.
- Basic writing and editing
- Oral communication skills
- Presenting research to scientists
- Speaking clearly and effectively
- Writing scientific publications
- Written communication skills