🏥 How Doctors Transition Into Pharma & Clinical Trials in the UK

A practical, doctor-to-doctor workshop explaining how the pharmaceutical and clinical trials industry actually works and where doctors fit into it.

This session is designed for GPs, GP trainees and other NHS doctors who are curious about careers in pharmaceutical medicine, clinical trials, and research roles.

Rather than vague career advice, the workshop will give you a clear overview of the industry, the roles doctors hold within it, and how doctors realistically enter this field.

What We Will Cover

Understanding the Pharmaceutical & Clinical Trials Ecosystem

Most doctors hear about “pharma jobs” but rarely understand how the system actually works.
We will break down the structure of the industry including sponsors, CROs and research sites, and explain where doctors are involved in the process of developing new medicines.

What Research Physicians and Investigators Actually Do

A detailed look at the day-to-day work of doctors involved in clinical trials, including patient visits, eligibility assessments, safety monitoring, protocol adherence, and working with sponsors and research teams.

Why NHS Doctors Are Valuable in the Industry

Many doctors underestimate how relevant their clinical experience is.
We will explore the transferable skills that pharmaceutical companies and research organisations value and why general practice experience is often particularly useful.

Realistic Entry Routes Into Clinical Trials and Pharma

An overview of the most common pathways doctors take into this field, including research physician roles, investigator positions, and opportunities within CROs and pharmaceutical companies.

Career Progression and Opportunities

Understanding how careers develop within the clinical research world, including progression from research physician to investigator roles and other opportunities within pharmaceutical medicine.

Live Q&A

An opportunity to ask questions about working in clinical trials, the realities of the industry, and whether this path may be suitable for you.

What You Will Receive

All attendees will also receive:

• Introduction to Pharmaceutical Medicine & Clinical Trials (PDF)
• Clinical Research Acronym & Terminology Guide

These resources explain the most commonly used industry terms and concepts that many doctors only encounter after entering the field.

Who This Workshop Is For

This workshop is suitable for:

• GP trainees
• General practitioners
• NHS doctors exploring non-traditional career pathways
• Doctors interested in clinical trials or pharmaceutical medicine

Format

Live online session (Zoom / Teams)
Duration: 90 minutes including Q&A

Small interactive group to allow discussion and questions.

🚀 This isn’t just another lecture – this is a hands-on, interactive session designed to help you feel confident in your search for better options!

📅 Date: Monday 9 March 2026
⏰ Time: 7 - 8.30PM (UK Time)
💻 Where: Live on Zoom

📌 Limited spots available – reserve yours now and take your skills to the next level!

The process: 

1/ You will receive an email with the Zoom link details once you've booked

2/ Please make sure you give us the correct email address while booking