Mastering Quality & Regulation Across Continents With John McKay

Life Sciences 360

Episode 026: Harsh Thakkar (@harshvthakkar) interviews John McKay (@johnlmckay), President, Chief Operating, Quality & Regulatory Affairs Officer at Q1 Associates LLC.
John emphasizes the critical role of quality plans in ensuring error prevention and maintaining top-notch quality in the life sciences industry. The conversation takes a global perspective as he shares his extensive experience working with regulatory agencies in the US, Europe, and Asia, highlighting the importance of adapting to different regulatory requirements.
Throughout the podcast, Harsh and John share their wisdom on various aspects of the life sciences industry, including communication, technology's evolving role, and intriguing predictions for the future. John also delves into his personal journey, sharing helpful tips on adapting to new work environments, a journey that took him from the East Coast to the West Coast. He encourages listeners to embrace new experiences, maintain an open mind, and focus on continual improvement, emphasizing that these principles are keys to success.
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Show Notes:
(7:45) Adapting to new countries for work.
(11:19) International travel and work culture differences.
(16:46) Cultural differences in work environments.
(22:52) Regulatory research and agency priorities.
(27:39) Leadership, communication, and global work experiences.
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Chapters

1. Mastering Quality & Regulation Across Continents With John McKay (00:00:00)

2. Adapting to new countries for work. (00:07:45)

3. International travel and work culture differences. (00:11:19)

4. Cultural differences in work environments. (00:16:46)

5. Regulatory research and agency priorities. (00:22:52)

6. Leadership, communication, and global work experiences. (00:27:39)