An interview with Julia Cooper: insights and experiences from leading a global medical writing team

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).