Julia Cooper, PhD, is the Corporate Vice President and Head of Medical Writing Services at Parexel. In this interview, she shares her insights on the different aspects of leading a global medical writing team and on how she and her team at Parexel approach training, quality control, conflict management, communication, and community-building. She also discusses overcoming challenges, building a united global team, and ensuring consistent, high-quality work throughout the world. (All sections in italics below are Julia Cooper’s words).
Medical Writing. 2024;33(4):26–8. https://doi.org/10.56012/wagk7798
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