Dr. Elsa Martins and Dr. Francesca Tessaro - Clinical Science Fellows at Roche

In this episode, we're joined by not one, but two distinguished guests: Dr. Elsa Martins and Dr. Francesca Tessaro, both serving as Clinical Science Fellows at Roche, Switzerland. Together, we delve into their journeys, exploring how their PhD experiences paved the way for successful careers in the corporate world. We unravel the different dynamics of working in a multinational corporation versus the academic realm.  Our conversation takes a deep dive into the day-to-day responsibilities of Elsa and Francesca in their roles within late-stage clinical development, offering invaluable insights into the pivotal work they contribute to drug development. Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to gain an insider's perspective on careers in clinical science. “What I enjoy the most is working as part of a team where you are collaborating with different people.” “I like the fact that the work that we do might potentially benefit patients. This is something very rewarding.” Time points: 01:10 Elsa's introduction 02:15 Francesca's introduction 03:20 Elsa's PhD experiences 05:30 Francesca's experience and skills she gained during PhD 07:30 Elsa's skills gained during PhD 09:20 How they decided their next steps after PhD 15:30 What the "Clinical Science Fellow" role is 17:30 A typical day as a clinical science fellow at Roche 23:15 Working hours 24:15 Roses and thorns (what they like vs. dislike or find challenging) 27:00 Advice for PhD students or Postdocs 30:45 5-year plan or go with the flow? 32:45 Elsa and Francesca's advice for getting a job in clinical science

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