Helping Shape the Future of Medical Affairs
At MAPS, every standard we set, every resource we develop, and every connection we foster starts with someone choosing to Volunteer for the greater good of the Medical Affairs community. That someone could be you.
Why Your Contribution Matters
For the Profession
The position papers you co-author, the presentations you give, the people you mentor, they all matter beyond the moment. Your insights shape how others think about problems. Your experience gets passed down and built upon. Your leadership gives the next generation something solid to build upon.
For Your Career
When you Volunteer with MAPS, people notice. You build real relationships across companies and countries. You get known for your work and the people you collaborate with today. They might be calling you about opportunities tomorrow.
For You
This is where you work with people who actually understand, who empower you to think beyond the norms and push the boundaries of what’s possible. This helps you stay current and relevant in a field that’s always evolving.
Opportunities to Get Involved
Join the Speaker Bureau
If you have deep knowledge in a particular area, we want to help you share it. MAPS speakers present at annual meetings, lead MasterClass sessions, lead webinars, and develop educational content that reaches thousands of professionals each year. It’s one of the most direct ways to make your expertise count.
Submit Your Interest
Become a Mentor
Our mentorship program connects experienced professionals with individuals early on in their careers or transitioning from other roles. Mentors offer guidance on strategic decisions, share valuable experiences, and often identify opportunities that mentees may have overlook. The commitment typically lasts about eight months, and many mentors report that they benefit just as much from the experience as their mentees do.
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Contribute to a WorkStream Group
Members who are not currently part of a Competency Team are encouraged to join a structured, collaborative group that actively supports the Competency Team in achieving key deliverables for the overall Domain Strategy. The workstreams may include subject matter experts, who may or may not be members of MAPS.
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Support a Local MAPS Chapter
Want to get more involved? You can join or even help start a MAPS Chapter in your region, giving you the opportunity to connect with local Medical Affairs professionals, participate in events tailored to your area, and engage in regional learning and development. Whether you’re looking to collaborate closer to home or take a leadership role in building your local community, becoming part of a MAPS Chapter is a great way to make a meaningful impact right where you are.
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Share Your Perspectives Through Content
We’re always looking for contributors to the MAPS blog and other thought leadership channels. If you’ve worked through a tough problem, spotted a trend worth discussing, or developed an approach others could learn from, our blog provides the perfect platform. Our readership spans the global Medical Affairs community, and practical, experience-based content consistently resonates most.
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Who Should Volunteer?
We are actively seeking dedicated professionals with proven experience who are passionate about shaping the future of our field. If you value meaningful participation in professional communities and understand the commitment needed to establish and uphold industry standards and best practices, we want you on our team.
What to Expect
- Support. MAPS provides the structure, tools, and coordination you need so you can focus on the substance of the work.
- Recognition. We make sure your work is noticed with speaker credits, author acknowledgments, and recognition across MAPS platforms and events.
- A strong network. Volunteers regularly tell us that the relationships they’ve built through MAPS are among the most valuable in their careers.
Getting Started
- Look through the options and see what aligns with your expertise and interests.
- Fill out the volunteer interest form — it’s brief. Just tell us your areas of focus and how much time you can offer.
- We’ll follow up to talk through the opportunities and find the right match.
- Start contributing. Whether it’s a working group, a speaking engagement, or a mentoring relationship, you’ll be making an impact from the start.
200+ Volunteers Are Already Doing This Work
MAPS provides the platform and the structure. Our volunteers bring the knowledge, the experience, and the drive. If you’re ready to be part of what’s shaping the future of Medical Affairs, we’d welcome you.
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Become part of the global Medical Affairs community
Join a trusted, non-profit network of Medical Affairs professionals advancing standards, sharing knowledge, and shaping the future of the profession.