Name: Raushan Blake
Birth Place: India
Educational Qualification: Pharm. D from Kasturba Medical College [KMC], Manipal, Karnataka, India (2011-2017)
MSc. Regulatory affairs from South East Technological University, Ireland (2021-2022)
Languages you speak or write: Hindi and English
What do you do?
I am a Regulatory Affairs Specialist, handling moderate to high-risk devices.
What’s the best part of your profession? What made you choose this profession?
The best part of my profession is that every day brings new challenges and thought-provoking situations, making it exciting and never boring.I chose this profession because of its dynamic nature and the opportunity to continuously learn and grow.
Do you like reading? What was the last thing you read?
Yes, I enjoy reading. The last thing I read was an article on MDR implementation.
What is your favorite dish?
My favorite dish is Chicken curry.
How would your friends describe you?
My friends would describe me as energetic and helpful.
Who would you like to travel with?
Family, Friend(s), Collegues
What is your least favorite subject?
Physics
Your favourite subject(s)?
My favorite subjects are Biology and Chemistry.
How would you explain what a cell is to your six-year-old nephew?
I would play a Lego game or a puzzle game with him to help him understand how building blocks make up a whole organism.
Would you go camping or glamping?
I would go camping.
Are you a leader or follower?
I believe I am both. Sometimes to become a leader, you have to follow certain footsteps and then create your own path.
Best/memorable moment
One of my most memorable moments was when I first started my career in Regulatory Affairs in India. I knew very little, but I learned and grew, and eventually, I was able to handle submissions confidently.
If you could be any animal what would you choose and why?
I would choose a cat because I admire their flexibility and agility.
What do you hate the most?
Waking up late is something I dislike.
If given a choice, what alternate career would you have opted for?
If given a choice, I would have become a professional Kickboxer.
What is your dream travel destination?
My dream travel destination is Switzerland.
What would you do if you suddenly became homeless?
If I suddenly became homeless, I would go back to my parents for support and shelter.
Finally, a Quote you relate to.
"What you seek is seeking you."
What else would you like to tell about yourself?
I am a very outgoing person who loves to be on the move but also enjoys spending time indoors. Reading is one of my passions, and I like to play games online in moderation. My journey from India to Ireland was filled with challenges and risks, leaving home and finding my path in the professional world. I embraced the medical device domain even though I knew very little about it, believing that you learn and grow in adversity. The pursuit of an ideal life keeps me motivated, and though life has its ups and downs, I find joy in the journey.