Need advice: I just joined a pharma company <1 year ago with a promotion likely in 1 yr. I’m in a commercial role at the TA level, making 250k. However, I just got an offer to join a different company’s medical affairs team, with >400k TC. Is the career trajectory of commercial worth making less money?

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You won’t be at $400k for a while - probably ED level where much of that is tied to RSUs on a vested schedule. For argument’s sake, if it takes you 4 years to reach the med affairs TC you’ve left a ton on the table in oppty cost. Plus, folks who’ve worked on both side of the house are extremely desirable.

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What’s TA level?

Therapeutic area. As in I’m not aligned to a single asset or indication.

Out of curiosity, What level/role is it on the MedAffairs team?

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