Job Description
Biogen’s two-year PhD fellowship in Worldwide Medical (WWM) provides recent doctoral graduates a hands-on opportunity to learn the ins and outs of Medical Affairs and the pharmaceutical industry within the walls of a cutting-edge biotech through an accelerated and practical introduction to a career in medical affairs.
In year one, fellows will explore the different functional areas within Worldwide Medical through a series of four, 3-month long rotational experiences. Fellows will also have the opportunity to select one rotation outside of medical to foster a broader understanding of our cross-functional partners and how their functions collaborate with medical and fit into the greater organization. In the second year, fellows will pick an area of concentration within Worldwide Medical to prepare them for a continued career in the biopharmaceutical industry. Throughout, fellows will contribute to Biogen business needs as full members of the Worldwide Medical organization in their embedded teams.
Responsibilities may include
- designing and conducting post-approval clinical studies and real-world data generation efforts
- managing scientific publications and creating supporting medical communications materials to foster scientific exchange
- planning and oversight of Biogen’s presence at scientific conferences
- addressing product-related questions from patients and healthcare providers (HCPs)
- cultivating relationships and scientific exchange with key medical experts
- providing medical education to both internal and external audiences, including field medical teams and healthcare providers
Qualifications
- Recent PhD graduates as well as current postdoctoral fellows in the biological or physical sciences are welcome to apply for the fellowship, as are students enrolled in a doctoral program with plans to defend prior to the mid-July start date; international students with US work authorization are also eligible to apply for the program
- Interest in a potential career in industry and a fast-paced work environment
- Talent in relationship-building and working collaboratively
- Aptitude for gathering, interpreting, and communicating complex, scientific information
- Strong organizational, project management and execution skills
- Demonstrated leadership and/or teaching experience
Additional Information
Why Biogen?
We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.
At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
