SCI FI
From Scientists to Innovators
Transitioning from academic research to working in the pharma and medtech industries can be challenging. This course helps you overcome that challenge with the guidance of academic and industry partners, so that you can learn from real-life cases and have the opportunity to work with experienced mentors.
The programme offers two tracks: the Full Programme and the Light Programme. Both tracks involve a three-month online learning programme.
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What you get
CREATIVE SKILLS
Learn about problem solving, critical thinking, understanding your customer & patient needs, design thinking and prototyping
BUSINESS SKILLS
Get finance, market access, pricing, strategic management, operational management & project management skills
INDUSTRY SKILLS
Pre-clinical development, IP, medical device regulation, big data and AI, chemistry manufacturing control & digital transformation
SOFT SKILLS
Learn how to communicate and collaborate with other industry key players such as teammates or partners
HANDS-ON KNOWLEDGE
Apply skills from the modules in a real case study provided by our industry partners
Curriculum
Eligibility Requirements
This programme is for you if you’re a young scientist based in any Horizon Europe country who:
- Is working at a university, research institute, or clinic
- Is a PhD candidate in any area of healthcare – especially MedTech and Pharma
- Or has a Postdoc in healthcare
Key Details
2024 dates:
- Kick-off in Maastricht: 21-23 August 2024
- Online mid-term presentations: 25 October 2024
- Final event in Gdansk: 2-4 December 2024
Cost:
- Full programme
- Participation fee: €500– includes certificate and accommodation
- Early bird discount: Apply by 30 April 2024 and get 20% off the full programme’s cost
- Light programme
- Participation fee: €150– includes certificate
More Information:
Do you have questions?
Watch our latest programme webinar, where you’ll hear from the programme managers and previous participants who completed the programme and transitioned to industry.
