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A newsletter for healthcare professionals exploring alternative careers

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Hey Reader 👋

Welcome to Issue 41!

We not only want to provide you with information you actually want, but we also want it to be short, snappy and to the point. Whether you're looking to explore the world of health tech, start a creative journey in medical writing, or simply add a fresh spin to your current medical career, our team has curated an easily digestible list just for you. ​
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So, let’s dive in!
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💼 Top Jobs This Week

✨ Featured Role

✏️ Junior Medical Writer @ Havas Lynx - Hybrid (Manchester, UK)​
Join a health comms agency making a global impact.
📚 Craft creative, science-led content.
🧠 Great for Life Sci grads who love writing and healthcare.
👉 [Apply here]

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🩺 GP Lead @ Asterix - Remote (London-based)​
Help tackle the UK doctor shortage with an innovative HealthTech startup.
📚 Oversee clinical quality & support international doctors.
🧠 Perfect for GPs with 3+ years’ experience & an interest in telehealth.
👉 Apply here​

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🚀 Early Career Generalist @ Anima - Remote (London, UK)​
Join a fast-growing health AI startup transforming care for millions.
🧠 Perfect for curious, high-energy problem solvers eager to grow.
🌍 Work with a top YC-backed team changing healthcare infrastructure.
👉 [Apply here]
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🧪 Clinical Research Associate @ Medpace - Onsite (London, UK)​
Join a global CRO advancing drug & device trials.
🌍 Full training provided – great for life sci & healthcare grads.
🧠 Ideal for nurses, medics, dieticians & more.
👉 [Apply here]
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📚 Resources to Power Your Career

👨🏾‍💻 Google AI Futures Fund - For Startups Building with DeepMind Tech​
A flexible, rolling initiative to accelerate AI innovation.
🤖 Access DeepMind’s latest AI models like Gemini, Imagen & Veo
💰 Opportunity for direct equity investment from Google
👉 Apply here​
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📲 Villgro Africa - For Startups Innovating in Healthcare Across Africa​
A Nairobi-based incubator and impact investor accelerating health tech.
💰 Seed funding starts at $20,000 + access to over $49M in follow-on capital
🌍 Tailored incubation, mentorship, and market entry support.
👉 Apply here
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🗞️ Article: Why VCs Are Still Struggling to Invest in Women’s Health​
Investors say they’re interested, but funding lags behind.
💰 Clinical trials + insurance = too complex for typical VC models
🧠 Male-dominated firms often miss or misunderstand the opportunity
👉 Read more​

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📆 Upcoming Events You Shouldn’t Miss​
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July 9–10 – RAISE Summit (Paris, France)​
🤖 For those looking to build and disrupt in the AI space
🧠 Real use cases, cutting-edge solutions, and high-level networking
👉 [Register here]

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July 22nd - Money Moves Workshop (Edinburgh, Scotland) ​
💸 For young women and non-binary people (16–25)
🛠️ Explore side hustles and income tips in a supportive space
👉 [Register here]

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September 8–10 – WHX Tech (Dubai, UAE)​
🤖 Global hub for digital health innovation, co-hosted by WHX & HIMSS
🧠 AI diagnostics, personalised medicine, startup pitches & $50K prize
👉 Register here​

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Sept 18 – The Fix (Oxford, UK)​
🎪 Think: "The Glastonbury of HealthTech"
🎤 Hosted by WIRED UK's founding editor
🧬 A mix of product demos, storytelling, art and music
👉 [Register here]

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That's all for this week! Catch you next time. ☺️

With you every step,

Ellie

Marketing Manager @ HealthCareer Transitions

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