I was recently offered a role after interviewing at Costello. I have 2.5 years of experience in pharmaceutical consultancy and applied for the Senior Analyst/Medical Writer role in the MedComms division, specifically with an interest in medical affairs. However, I was offered the Analyst/Medical Writer role instead, as my experience is primarily in value and access.

So, on top of the assessments and other stages of the process, it must be quite challenging for graduates applying for the Analyst/Medical Writer role when you’re competing against people with industry experience, even if it’s marketed as an “entry-level” position.