Breaking into a non-traditional pharmacy role doesn’t happen overnight. In this post, TaMar Hicks shares how 8 months of intentional networking, strategic LinkedIn outreach, and meaningful professional connections helped him land a remote role in medical and scientific communications. If you're exploring pharmacy careers beyond the traditional path, this story offers practical insight and encouragement to help you navigate your own journey.

Pharmacy careers extend far beyond hospitals and retail settings. In this guest feature, Dr. TaMar Hicks shares his journey from pharmacy school to becoming a remote Scientific Manager in medical and scientific communications. From creating manuscripts and MSL slide decks to balancing remote work and family life, he offers an inside look at what it takes to succeed in this non-traditional pharmacy path—and how intentional networking and persistence helped him get there.

Heading to ASHP Midyear? From perfecting your elevator speech and updating your CV to planning who you want to meet, here are five ways to prepare for Midyear and make the most of your experience.