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MAPS Mentorship Program: Be a Mentor or Mentee

Overview of the mentorship program

Apply to the MAPS Mentorship Program:

The MAPS Mentorship Program connects medical affairs professionals at different stages of their careers. Whether you want to share your experience as a mentor or gain insights as a mentee, this program offers structured opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Mentors: Provide guidance and knowledge to those newer in their careers or transitioning roles.

Mentees: Gain valuable insights and advice from seasoned professionals.

Application Process:

Fill out the application form to indicate your interest in becoming a mentor or mentee. You’ll be matched based on your goals, experience, and areas of interest.

Join a MAPS Chapter: Connect Locally

MAPS Chapters provide regional or country-specific opportunities for members to collaborate, network, and advance their careers.

Joining a Chapter means:

Participating in local events and discussions tailored to your region’s medical affairs environment.

Connecting with other professionals in your area.

Engaging in local learning and development opportunities.

MAPS New Blog Post Launching July 2025!

MAPS is thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new blog on our website, designed to share valuable insights, updates, and expert opinions in our field. We are seeking enthusiastic contributors like you to join us in creating engaging content that will inform and inspire our audience. Your unique perspectives and expertise can help us grow this platform and promote important discussions within our community. If you’re interested in contributing, please reach out to Craig Ruvere, MAPS’ Senior Manager of Marketing & Communications, for more details on the process and potential topics.

Become a MAPS Partner

Join the MAPS IPP or Partner Circle Program

By becoming a partner, you can collaborate with MAPS to advance key initiatives and drive innovation within the Medical Affairs profession. MAPS offers two partnership options:

The Industry Partnership Program for pharmaceutical and MedTech companies, and the Partner Circle Program for solution providers.

Each partnership tier offers unique benefits, including MAPS memberships, branding opportunities, participation in exclusive events, and collaboration with MAPS leadership.

Industry Partnership Program

Industry Partnership Program:

Industry Partnership Program (IPP): Join 40+ organizations on IPP to connect with leaders in Medical Affairs, gain access to exclusive MAPS content, receive complimentary resources like the Medical Affairs textbook, and enjoy discounts on certifications, events, and more.

Apply to Become a Partner Circle Member

Partner Circle Program:

Become a leading partner in shaping the future of Medical Affairs by engaging deeply within the industry and MAPS community. The Partner Circle Program offers unique opportunities to build relationships with key decision-makers, foster strategic collaborations, and make a measurable impact on the growth and innovation within Medical Affairs. Through this program, partners gain access to exclusive networking events, thought leadership platforms, and visibility across the MAPS network, empowering them to drive meaningful change and strengthen their presence in the Medical Affairs ecosystem.

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COMPETENCY FRAMEWORK

MAPS is transforming the Medical Affairs profession to increase its value to patients, HCPs, industry and society. The PDC partners with more than 200 volunteers on (11) Focus Area Working Groups. Guided by the Competency Framework, a comprehensive guide to define the core competencies required for success in this dynamic field. This group is responsible for creating all MAPS content, aligning it across the 7 key domains to provide a unified perspective for Medical Affairs.

Click here to view the Compentency Framework

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Optimizing Non-Company Sponsored Research as Part of Integrated Evidence Generation: A Practical Overview to Ensure Strategic, Timely, Valuable Evidence

March 17, 2026

As the demand for increased levels of evidence grows, so too has the role of Non-Company Sponsored Research (NCSR). This position paper by the MAPS Evidence Generation Domain provides key considerations to ensure NCSR delivers strategic value.

Reinventing MLR: What Happens When AI Joins the Review Room?

March 17, 2026

On today's MAPS "Elevate" episode, we’ll also discuss governance essentials, and a logical roadmap for responsible adoption, giving attendees the clarity and confidence needed to begin their own AI-enabled transformation.

2026 EMEA Annual Meeting: Zurich Linkedin

March 13, 2026

Zurich Linkedin page

Meaningful DOL Partnerships to Counter Global Misinformation

March 10, 2026

Health misinformation is a critical threat to global public health. This podcast draws on early insights from an ongoing pilot in Sub-Saharan Africa to identify trusted DOLs we can partner with to design effective health education and advocacy programs.

The Business of Pharmaceuticals: For Medical Affairs Professionals

March 10, 2026

Many Medical Affairs professionals lack holistic understanding of the business context in which medicines are developed or even view commercial aspects as incompatible with scientific and medical values. This paper provides fundamental understanding of business priorities, empowering Medical Affairs to contribute effectively to enterprise-wide

The Value of Medical Affairs: A CEO’s Perspective

March 3, 2026

On today's MAPS "Elevate" episode, we'll deep dive into how Medical Affairs professionals can strengthen their business knowledge, expand their influence across organizations, and position themselves for executive leadership.

Closing the Listening Gap to Turn Medical Insights Into Impact

March 2, 2026

A white paper examining the “listening gap” in medical affairs and outlining how biopharma companies can use AI, process standardization, and cross-functional accountability to turn medical insights into measurable impact.

Precision Medical Affairs in Action: Using AI and Analytics to Elevate Strategy, Engagement, and Impact

February 27, 2026

In this session, two Medical Affairs leaders will share case studies illustrating how they built global organizations with lean U.S. teams—offering practical insights for achieving efficiency, maintaining quality, and driving meaningful global impact.

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Get Involved with MAPS

Interested in getting involved?

MAPS Mentorship Program: Be a Mentor or Mentee

Join a MAPS Chapter: Connect Locally

MAPS New Blog Post Launching July 2025!

Become a MAPS Partner

COMPETENCY FRAMEWORK

STAY IN TOUCH!

STAY IN THE KNOW!

Optimizing Non-Company Sponsored Research as Part of Integrated Evidence Generation: A Practical Overview to Ensure Strategic, Timely, Valuable Evidence

Reinventing MLR: What Happens When AI Joins the Review Room?

2026 EMEA Annual Meeting: Zurich Linkedin

Meaningful DOL Partnerships to Counter Global Misinformation

The Business of Pharmaceuticals: For Medical Affairs Professionals

The Value of Medical Affairs: A CEO’s Perspective

Closing the Listening Gap to Turn Medical Insights Into Impact

Precision Medical Affairs in Action: Using AI and Analytics to Elevate Strategy, Engagement, and Impact

Agentic AI: The Colleague You Didn’t Know You Needed

From Content to Conversation: An External AI Use Case in Medical Affairs

Small Team – Big Footprint: Building Global Medical Affairs With Lean Resources

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MAPS Mentorship Program: Be a Mentor or Mentee

Join a MAPS Chapter: Connect Locally

MAPS New Blog Post Launching July 2025!

Become a MAPS Partner

COMPETENCY FRAMEWORK

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