Topic

Series of training sessions for Medical Affairs Professionals or those wanting to enter into a Medical Affairs role

Start Date

27 November 2025

End Date

04 December 2025

Start Time

10:00

End Time

11:00

Venue

ARCS Virtual Classroom

Who Can Register?

Anyone

For anyone interested in Medical Affairs

Will You Be in a Medical Affairs Role in 2026?

Medical Affairs is one of the fastest-growing and most rewarding areas in the pharmaceutical industry. But breaking in — or stepping up — can feel daunting without the right knowledge, skills, and strategies.

That’s why ARCS and Edge Medical have created a 4-part webinar series to give you the insights and tools you need to secure your place in Medical Affairs.

Delivered live across four weeks (1 hour each) and then available on demand via ARCS and Edge Medical, this program blends presentation, discussion, and live Q&A so you walk away with clarity, confidence, and an actionable career plan.

Week 1 and Week 2 have already been presented. When you enrol for the full four-part series you will be given access to the recordings of the past weeks.

Week 1 – Cracking the Code: Pharma & Medical Affairs 101 - November 13, 2025

What you’ll learn:

• The structure of the pharmaceutical industry and where Medical Affairs fits.
• The lifecycle of a medicine, from discovery to patient access.
• The unique (non-promotional) role of Medical Affairs and its compliance boundaries.
• Meet a community of other aspiring candidates to start building your network

Learning outcomes:

• Explain the role of Medical Affairs in the pharma ecosystem.
• Map how Medical Affairs connects with Regulatory, R&D, and Commercial.
• Describe how Medical Affairs delivers value to patients, HCPs, and companies.

 

Week 2 – Inside the Engine Room: Roles & Skills that Drive Medical Affairs - November 20, 2025

What you’ll learn:

• Core Medical Affairs roles: MSL, Medical Advisor, Medical Manager, Medical Information.
• What these roles involve — and what they are not.
• The competencies that matter: scientific expertise, communication, business acumen, EQ – you need to showcase these in any CV or interview
• Real-world examples of day-to-day responsibilities.

Learning outcomes:

• Differentiate between key Medical Affairs roles and roles across functions.
• Recognize the mix of skills and attributes employers seek.
• Assess your own transferable skills and identify development priorities.

 

Week 3 – Breaking In: The Playbook for Landing Your First Role - November 27, 2025

What you’ll learn:

• Translating your background (academic, clinical, or sales) into Medical Affairs language.
• Networking that works: LinkedIn, conferences, informational interviews.
• Crafting the ultimate CV, optimizing LinkedIn, and engaging recruiters effectively
• Researching companies and tailoring your applications.

Learning outcomes:

• Build a clear networking and job-search strategy.
• Apply best practice CV and LinkedIn techniques to stand out.
• Confidently engage with recruiters and hiring managers.

 

Week 4 – From Applicant to Insider: Interview Success & Action Planning - December 4, 2025

What you’ll learn:

• Preparing for interviews: case studies, behavioural, and technical questions.
• Negotiating offers and understanding compensation packages.
• Building your 12-month action plan to accelerate entry into Medical Affairs.
• Common pitfalls and how to avoid them.

Learning outcomes:

• Demonstrate readiness for Medical Affairs interviews.
• Apply negotiation skills to secure strong offers.
• Develop a step-by-step action plan to land your role in 2026.

Speaker Details: 

Matthew Britland, Medical and Managing Director of EdgeMedical

Experienced Medical Affairs Director with a demonstrated history of working in the pharmaceuticals industry and clinical roles. Skilled in Pharmaceutical Medicine, Oncology and Haematology . Strong professional with a MMedSc focused in Pharmaceutical Medicine from UNSW Australia. Currently working towards DrPH which focuses on the the role of Medical Affairs in the Quality use of Medicine (QUM) and its impact on patient outcomes.

David Carrol, Director - Learning & Capability Development at EdgeMedical

I am a passionate advocate of personal and professional development. With over 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry, I bring a deep passion for professional development and a strong belief that sustainable business success is built on getting the fundamentals right.

Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with some of the world’s leading organisations, including Johnson & Johnson, Novartis, AstraZeneca, AbbVie, and Eli Lilly. As a business leadership coach and capability development consultant, I specialise in designing and delivering powerful learning and development programs spanning commercial, medical affairs, management, and leadership.

I am deeply committed to helping my clients develop the skills, mindset, and strategic focus required to drive performance and achieve measurable success.​ Whether it's through coaching, training, or strategic planning, I love supporting business leaders to clarify their vision, build capability, and execute winning strategies with confidence and consistency.

Entry criteria: 

This is an entry level workshop.If you have any questions regarding your suitability for this workshop, please email the ARCS office on arcs@arcs.com.au 

Registration fees

Workshop fees (incl. GST):
 

Full Series:

ARCS Member  $495 (all 4 live sessions)

Non Member - $720

 

Virtual classroom

This workshop runs for 1 hour from 10am-11am 

Attendee requirements:

• Computer/laptop connected to power

• Good internet access (1Mbps or better – broadband recommended)

• A charged mobile phone and headphones (if using your phone for audio)

• Phone charger – given the event goes all day, you will need a way of charging your phone

• Headphones for computer audio (if using computer audio)

• A quiet room/space

• Before joining, be sure to check system requirements to avoid any connection issues

If you become a member of ARCS, you can enjoy member benefits such as discounted rates at courses/workshops/conferences/networking events and free access to the Interest Area meetings and members resources like the community forum. If you would like to become a member, please click here for more information.  If you have any questions please contact arcs@arcs.com.au or ring +61 (02) 8905 0829