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Healthcare: Careers in Healthcare Regulation with Tacye Connolly, Director of Policy at TOPRA

5th October 2016 @ 13:00 - 14:00

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TOPRA is the professional membership organisation for individuals who work in healthcare regulation across Europe, be it in pharmaceuticals, medical devices or veterinary medicines. TOPRA aims to represent and promote the global healthcare regulatory profession, enabling legislators and other opinion leaders to access the best possible information and advice. In addition, TOPRA supports its members throughout their careers to help them perform to the highest level and to help retain the brightest and the best within the profession.

In this interactive videoconference, Tacye Connolly, TOPRA’s Director of Policy, will discuss:

  • the need for regulation in healthcare, including how the benefits and risks of medicines are monitored and balanced;
  • the changing context of healthcare regulation;
  • the types of careers that are available in healthcare regulation and what a regulatory professional might expect to do day to day;
  • the backgrounds and qualifications of those that work within healthcare regulation;
  • TOPRA and its wide ranging role.

About Tacye Connolly: Tacye Connolly is the Director of Policy at TOPRA. Tacye is a biologist who has had a long career in regulatory affairs, working with cutting-edge products in major companies. She joined Regulatory Resources Group as a regulatory consultant and trainer, becoming a partner in the company. Following the merger with Voisin Consulting (VCLS), Tacye was Executive Vice President, member of the strategic Board and Head of UK Operations. In her role at TOPRA, Tacye has oversight of the Professional Development and Membership functions and is developing new initiatives to enhance the profession.

Suitable for: Year 12 & 13 Students

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Date:
5th October 2016
Time:
13:00 - 14:00
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