When we emigrate to a country, we do so to improve, follow dreams, or achieve goals. Obviously, everyone migrates with different intentions, but what all have in common is that they are seeking to improve somehow.
After reading this episode title, you are probably wondering, what does emigrating have to do with the health industry? Well, keep reading.
In this episode, we will be talking to Ivonne Florez, a leading woman in the health area, more specifically in clinical research.
About Ivonne, she is a Colombian woman who not only came to the UK 19 years ago with a veterinary degree but also with a goal: obtaining a master's degree in Pharmaceutical Science.
I would love for you to listen to Ivonne's story. It is full of perseverance and courage, two qualities that are necessary for clinical research jobs.
In this episode, we will be talking about the influence of Latinos in the health area as immigrants, how to apply for clinical research jobs, and what is needed.
If you are interested in belonging to the health industry or need an inspiring story to help you pursue your dreams today, this episode is for you.
HIGHLIGHTS EPISODE
[2:18] Who's Ivonne Florez.
[12:13] The process of finding a clinical research job.
After two failed attempts to find her dream job, finally, a company decided to sponsor her for a work permit in the UK, and the rest is history. She currently manages clinical research studies at the same company that gave her the desired opportunity several years ago.
[20:49] Why is it so difficult for immigrants to find jobs in the health area?
Two factors: language and self-limitation. Ivonne said that to work in the health area, you only need to have a degree in science.
[25:18] What are the challenges of having a clinical research job as an immigrant?
Like any job, it has its challenges, but for Ivonne, it has more to do with the difference in cultures.
[34:11] 5 tips to break into the clinical research industry.
1) Don't miss opportunities.
2) Believe in yourself.
3) Go to university fairs.
4) Don't be afraid to explore.
5) Have a direct approach.
QUOTES
Don’t miss opportunities, believe in yourself — Ivonne.
Don’t be afraid to explore — Ivonne.
ABOUT IVONNE FLOREZ
Ivonne has extensive clinical research experience, working from local to regional and global functions.
Successfully managed both oncology and non-oncology studies in the EMEA region, as well as personally overseen studies in the UK & ROI.
She built and developed relationships with different stakeholders-local and external- to support and ensure alignment and development of the country's capabilities for clinical trial recruitment. This includes the UK government to support the recruitment in COVID trials.
ABOUT PATRICIA MANLEY
Patricia Manley is the brain and heart behind the LA MANTUANA brand and was lucky enough to be born in the same city as women like fashion designer Carolina Herrera, Latin-American heroine Luisa Caceres de Arismendi, and music composer Teresa Carreno. Over the years, she has always been true to her roots, taken risks, and grasped any opportunity to establish herself as a real modern-day Mantuana.
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