Kate Mc Laren
About Kate Mc Laren
Kate Mc Laren is the Medical Communications Lead for Australia and New Zealand at Bristol Myers Squibb, with extensive experience in medical communications and pharmacy across New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and Australia.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Kate Mc Laren serves as the Medical Communications Lead for Australia & New Zealand at Bristol Myers Squibb. In this role, she oversees medical communications strategies and initiatives for the region, ensuring that the communication needs of various stakeholders are met effectively. Her responsibilities include aligning medical communication efforts with corporate objectives and fostering an environment of transparent and accurate information dissemination.
Professional Journey at Bristol Myers Squibb
Kate Mc Laren has had a distinguished tenure at Bristol Myers Squibb, holding multiple roles since she joined the company. She initially worked as a Medical Information Intern in 2017 in London. She then progressed to a Market Medical Communications Specialist in Uxbridge, Greater London, from 2018 to 2019. Later, she moved to Melbourne, Victoria, where she served as a Medical Communications Specialist from 2020 to 2021. Her consistent performance and dedication led to her current leadership role in the company.
Previous Experience in Pharmacy
Before her career at Bristol Myers Squibb, Kate gained significant experience in various capacities in the pharmacy sector. She worked as a Pharmacy Assistant Technical Officer at both Barnet and Chase Farm NHS Hospitals and Moorfields Eye Hospital in London. She also held roles at Unichem Ponsonby in Auckland, New Zealand, where she progressed from a Pharmacy Intern to a Registered Pharmacist and later to a Dispensary Manager/Pharmacist.
Educational Background
Kate Mc Laren earned her Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) from the University of Auckland, where she studied from 2008 to 2011. She received her secondary education at Baradene College of the Sacred Heart, achieving NCEA Level 3, completing her studies there from 2001 to 2007. Her educational background laid a strong foundation for her career in pharmacy and medical communications.
International Work Experience
Kate Mc Laren has a rich professional background working internationally in both New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Her diverse experience spans various roles in medical communications and pharmacy, allowing her to develop a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare landscape in multiple regions. This international exposure has equipped her with a unique perspective and a robust set of skills suited to her current leadership role at Bristol Myers Squibb.