About The Course
Do you enjoy engaging with experts and facilitating high-level scientific discussions?
Are you looking to break into pharma as a medical writer—or have you attended advisory board meetings but left feeling unsure about your performance?
Or maybe you're a freelance medical writer struggling with how to price your services confidently?
This specialized course is designed to take the guesswork out of advisory board coverage. You’ll gain the exact skills, tools, and confidence needed to excel in this niche—and turn it into a profitable and fulfilling career path.
What You'll Learn
- How to confidently cover advisory board meetings from start to finish
- Proven techniques to write clear, insightful, and client-ready summaries
- How to communicate with stakeholders and navigate industry expectations
- Smart strategies for pricing your services and positioning yourself as a go-to expert
Who Is This Course For?
This course is for you if you are:
Freelance Medical Writers (Professional or novice): Individuals actively engaged in medical writing seeking to enhance their expertise in ad board writing.
Ph.D. Holders in Life Sciences: Students with a background in life sciences who wish to diversify their skill set and explore opportunities in medical writing.
Postdoctoral Researchers: Those currently pursuing postdoctoral research and interested in transitioning to a career in medical writing, particularly in the niche area of ad board writing.
Medical and Health Science Students: Aspiring medical professionals eager to learn the intricacies of medical writing in the niche of ad board.
Course Curriculum
- What is an advisory board meeting? (5:58)
- What are your responsibilities as a medical writer? (6:55)
- The Elements of the Report (7:16)
- Identify Key insights (4:39)
- Writing Key insights (8:55)
- Key Insights Exercise (2:13)
- Watch an Expert Interview (34:53)
- Readings
- Quiz 1
- Got Any Questions? Book a Meeting With Me!
Testimonials
"I really enjoyed taking this courses! I learned a lot of great without having to pay a huge amount of money. The best part about it was that Nisreen was willing to give me personal tips about how to find clients. In my experience, having taken a lot of medical writing courses, not too many course instructors will do this! I also like how friendly and professional Nisreen is."
"Dr. Shumayrikh demonstrated exceptional teaching ability and knowledge of the topic. She was very engaging with the course material, always ensured the class was ready to move on, and explained everything in detail when necessary."
"Dr. Shumayrikh is very down-to-earth and sees the course from a student's perspective rather than an instructor's perspective."
"Dr. Shumayrikh demonstrated her proficiency in breaking down large and complex subjects into smaller components, gradually building up to the main point. This approach makes it simpler to understand and retain information."
A Message From Your Instructor
Hi everyone!
I'm excited to be your instructor for this course! I bring a wealth of experience in advisory board meetings, having worked on various projects in both virtual and in-person pharma settings. Teaching and helping others grow in their careers is something I genuinely enjoy, and I hope this course inspires and equips you with valuable insights!
Nisreen Shumayrikh, PhD
Instructor and Coach at Guanine Medical Academy
