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Pharmaverse Podcast
The Pharmaverse is a leadership podcast that brings you exclusive insights from the stars of the Pharma universe. Hosted by Michael Pietrack, a top Pharma and Biotech recruiter, whose team partners with the most recognizable Pharma companies in the industry, as well as the hottest of the emerging Biotechs. In each episode, Michael sits down with influential and innovative leaders in the Pharmaceutical and related industries. Listeners will hear from stars from all sectors of the Pharmaverse and will gain valuable insights to help lead their team or structure their careers. Whether you're a current leader, an aspiring leader, or a leadership enthusiast, the Pharmaverse Podcast has something for you. Tune in and subscribe!
Pharmaverse Podcast
Episode 18: Challenges Facing the Pharma Universe with Jack West
In this episode of the Pharmaverse podcast, host Michael Pietrack interviews Jack West, the VP of Clinical Development at Summit Therapeutics. They discuss Jack's transition from being a practicing oncologist to working in the pharmaceutical industry, the importance of collaborations with pharma, and the challenges and rewards of working in a small pharma company. "Going into a pharma company is like riding a mechanical bull. The directions change frequently and sometimes you're not ready for them." Jack also shares his insights on leadership best practices and the top challenges facing the pharma industry. "Having well-defined roles and a clear value is important in leadership." The episode concludes with a discussion on Summit Therapeutics' recent positive press releases and Jack's social media presence.
Takeaways:
🤝Collaborations with pharma can be instrumental in making the leap from clinical practice to the pharmaceutical industry.
💹Transitioning from clinical practice to pharma requires a willingness to adapt to new priorities and challenges.
🕴Leadership in the pharmaceutical industry requires well-defined roles, clear value, and a culture of open communication and dissent.
💊The pharma industry faces challenges such as evolving regulatory approvals, acceptance of data from different regions, and incorporating patient perspectives.
🐟Working in a small pharma company offers agility, involvement in various processes, and the opportunity to make a significant impact.
👐Stay open to new perspectives and be willing to modify your opinions based on new information.
🩺Adapt to the evolving regulatory landscape and consider the challenges of generalizing data from different regions.
🏥Recognize the changing role of patients in decision-making and incorporate their perspectives and priorities.
💉Embrace the opportunities for growth and learning in a small company environment.
💊Be bold, clarify your goals, and actively pursue your desired path.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
03:08
Transitioning from Clinical Practice to Pharma
10:45
Leadership Best Practices in the Pharma Industry
18:03
Challenges Facing the Pharma Universe
28:00
The Rewards of Working in a Small Pharma Company
36:12
Summit Therapeutics' Positive Press Releases
37:03
