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We offer an exciting 2-year graduate programme for graduates that are looking to work with us to deliver on our mission to save and improve lives. Our programme will give you the opportunity to collaborate alongside subject matter experts, bring your own ideas and share real responsibility whilst delivering on meaningful projects alongside a passionate, diverse and inclusive workforce.

Who we are…?

We are a global biopharmaceutical leader with a diverse portfolio of prescription medicines, oncology, vaccines and animal health products. We are driven by our purpose to develop and deliver innovative products that save and improve lives. With over 70,000 employees operating in more than 140 countries, we offer state of the art laboratories, plants and offices that are designed to Inspire our employees as we learn, develop and grow in our careers. We are proud of over 125 years of service to humanity and continue to be one of the world’s biggest investors in Research & Development.

Job Description:

Our support functions deliver services and makes recommendations about ways to enhance our workplace and the experience of working at our organisation. Our functions extend beyond Medical Affairs to include External Affairs, Marketing and Procurement.

The Digital Excellence, Medical Innovation & Information team brings together our scientific and business acumen into our overall strategic and tactical decision making. We use state-of-the-art platforms and business models for analysis, planning, reporting and digital evaluation. This allows the organisation to continue advancing medical innovation and improve lives.

Our 24 Month Graduate scheme encompassing two 12-month rotations in the Medical Affairs- Information team (London/remote) and Innovation team (London/Remote)

You will begin your journey with Medical Information, within the Medical Affairs team, where you will be responsible for providing high-quality, non-promotional and unbiased medical and scientific information across a range of therapeutic areas and preparing scientific content for internal and external customers.

Duties & responsibilities

• Conduct process assurance activities relating to outsource provision of Designated Point of Contact (DPOC) and Medical Information (MI)
• Generate bespoke responses to address third line enquiries and preparing scientific documentation for internal and external customers
• Localise Global Scientific Response Documents (SRDs) for local use
• Review and approve UK-specific SRDs to respond to MI enquiries
• Perform quality assurance of SRDs
• Provide internal resource for product knowledge and responding to internal scientific enquiries
• Ensure inspection and audit readiness for DPOC and MI activities
• Support the technical and scientific review of non-promotional materials for assigned therapeutic areas, ensuring compliance with ABPI Code of Practice, statutory and Company requirements
• Generate and provide metrics and insights for the wider business

You will then move to the Innovation team within the Medical Excellence Department where you will be supporting in a variety of projects supporting Medical education and digital assets.

Duties & responsibilities

• Conduct research on medical innovation and education trends to identify new opportunities and potential solutions
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and stakeholders to develop and implement innovative medical education programs including the project management of our Medical Affairs website
• Work with internal and external partners to create engaging and effective learning experiences
• Develop and implement evaluation methods to measure the impact and effectiveness of medical education programs
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders

Technical Requirements

Studying towards a degree (or equivalent qualification) in a medicine, life sciences, pharmacy discipline. Other qualifications may be considered such as Health Economics or Medical Education either predicted or gained within the last two years

Studied one or more of the following A-Level subjects; Science, Economics and Business, IT

Project management experience with examples of delivering initiatives from start to finish with clear goals and objectives

Experience of software architecture including development and deployment

Experience in Medical Education methodologies and curriculum design

Strong research and analytical skills

Familiarity with technology and digital tools for medical education and innovation

Demonstrates planning and organisational skills

Demonstrates numeric, IT and analytical skills

Qualities we look for

• Operates with a high level of integrity, transparency and accountability

• Comprehends and aligns with our organization’s core values
• Aligns and fosters a culture of diversity and inclusivity
• Demonstrates initiative, proactivity and academic curiosity
• Encourages and boosts their colleagues through teamwork
• Demonstrates clear and effective communication
• Demonstrates a desire to learn and improve their performance through feedback

• Demonstrates the ability to be comfortable raising potential risks and having difficult and candid conversations
• Demonstrates ability to work autonomously whilst also thriving from working productively within a cross-functional team

What happens at the end of the 24 month scheme?

Throughout the 24 month scheme you will receive guidance and mentoring to not only help you through your current role, but also to prepare you for applications to permanent roles within the organisation, with the aim that you will continue your career journey with our company.

How to apply:

Please complete the online application form and attach a CV and cover letter (please submit the CV and cover letter as 1 document wherever possible).

In your cover letter we would encourage you to answer the following questions; Why are you applying to our company and why are you applying for this role? Additionally, you may include any additional information you feel further supports your application.

Maximum word count for your cover letter: 300 – 400 words. Please do not exceed this.

Our recruitment process for this role is: An online application, an online assessment, a telephone interview and then a final virtual assessment.

Deadline for applications:

Deadline for applications:

26th February 11:59pm

Current Employees apply HERE

Current Contingent Workers apply HERE

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Requisition ID:R226036