Get Involved with MAPS

Shape the future of Medical Affairs

Interested in getting involved?

We have a number of options. Select your interest to learn more!

Volunteer for the MAPS Speaker Bureau

What is the Speaker Bureau?

As a volunteer in the MAPS Speaker Bureau, you can share your subject matter expertise in one or more of the Competencies in the MAPS Medical Affairs Framework.

By joining, you may be invited to:

Speak at MAPS global meetings and educational sessions.

Serve as faculty for MAPS MasterClasses.

Collaborate with Focus Area Working Groups (FAWGs) or Domain Teams to complete deliverables, such as white papers or webinars.

Expectations:

Volunteering as a subject matter expert does not guarantee immediate engagement, but when opportunities arise, you may be contacted to contribute.

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.

Engage in a deeper partnership with MAPS to
influence the direction of the medical
affairs profession.

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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This webinar will explore how new approaches are transforming evidence generation for registries and studies by leveraging structured and unstructured electronic health records, creating flexible, living platforms that adapt as new standards of care and questions emerge.

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Join our experts who will be covering the burning platform that is early stage drug development, listen and ask them questions on their thoughts on the role of Medical Affairs in early-stage drug development.

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This podcast will discuss some of the common issues we are noticing around this topic, and bring relevant applications and examples to the Medical Affairs world, with the aim of understanding and optimizing the skills and contributions of all MA professionals.

Thriving in Times of Transformation: Effective leadership practices for supporting teams in the rapidly evolving landscape of Medical Affairs: Part 1 of 3: Five Elements of Emotional Intelligence

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Innovation: External Value of Registries for Evidence Generation

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New Era of Leadership

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Get Involved with MAPS

Interested in getting involved?

Volunteer for the MAPS Speaker Bureau

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!

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