Medical Affairs Intern

Some opportunities happen only once in a lifetime – like a job where you have the extraordinary opportunity to change lives. At Alexion, such opportunities arise through our unwavering mission to serve patients and families affected by rare diseases. These patients are our guiding star, and we act with integrity, urgency, and discipline because we know their lives are at stake. Alexion is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on serving patients and families affected by rare diseases through the discovery, development and commercialization of life-changing therapies. As the global leader in complement biology and inhibition for more than 20 years, Alexion has developed and commercializes the first and only approved complement inhibitor to treat patients with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH), atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS), anti-acetylcholine receptor (AchR) antibody-positive generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) and aquaporine-4 antibody positive Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD) Alexion also has two highly innovative enzyme replacement therapies for patients with life-threatening and ultra-rare metabolic disorders, hypophosphatasia (HPP) and lysosomal acid lipase deficiency (LAL-D). In addition, the company is developing several late-stage therapies. Alexion focuses its research efforts on novel molecules and targets in the complement cascade and its development efforts on the core therapeutic areas of hematology, nephrology, neurology, and metabolic disorders. Alexion has been named to the Forbes list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies seven years in a row and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts’ Innovation District. The company also has offices around the globe and serves patients in more than 50 countries. Alexion’s aspiration is to be the most rewarding place to work, where people are empowered to make a difference and where diversity of backgrounds and ideas is encouraged. We are looking for talented individuals who share our passion and commitment to change the lives of patients with rare diseases. We hope you will consider joining our team. Further information about Alexion can be found at: www.alexion.com.

Position Summary

This internship is an exciting opportunity based at Alexion’s Zurich office providing operational support to the global medical affairs team for the implementation of Medical Affairs activities within the Neurology TA in the International region (EU, Canada, Australia, LATAM) and Japan. As a result of the internship the individual will gain first experience in Medical Affairs and understand the orphan drug lifecycle. This role will report into the Sr Medical Director, Global Medical Affairs, Neurology (International Region + Japan).

The intern will be an integral part of the Global Medical Affairs team and will work in close collaboration with the members of the team in order to achieve the learning objectives and deliverables, with a focus on the International region and Japan. The individual will contribute to the efficient and effective functioning of this dynamic team and will be expected to apply organizational, analytical skills to both day-to-day operations and innovative medical projects.

Learning Objectives

Overall Learning Objective

• As a result of the internship, the individual will have a first experience in the Medical Affairs function and understand the rare disease therapeutic landscape.

Specific Learning Objectives

• Understand the development and commercialization of drugs for rare diseases
• Learn how to implement and execute Medical Affairs activities such as medical education, advise seeking, scientific communication and evidence generation
• Learn how to partner and work effectively with other functions such as marketing, sales, market access and clinical operations
• Gain an understanding of new data-generation sources and the ability to interpret this information alongside internal partners
• Develop scientific knowledge and how to combine it with a strong business acumen
• Gain work experience in Medical Affairs and develop the skills and capabilities useful for to work in a medical function in the Pharmaceutical Industry

Principal Responsibilities

• Participate in the organization of medical education events and advisory boards
• Support the development and submission of abstracts, posters and variety of other scientific communication activities
• Support the development and execution of evidence generation activities
• Prepare, dispatch and process contracts for medical engagements and sponsorships while managing the approval processes in accordance with internal regulations
• Take part in Medical and Cross-Functional team meetings within International as well as Global Medical Affairs
• Track and support the flawless execution of Medical Plans
• Collaborate and participate in training programs for the Medical affairs teams in International
• Review medical materials
• Provide support to the Global Medical Director in the day-to-day business
• Support management of vendors working on medical projects

Education/ Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master Degree in Pharmacy, or Pharmaceutical/Life Sciences, or MD
• Solutions oriented and ability to work in a complex environment
• Good analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to deliver on time to agreed deadlines
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Fluency in English is required
• Eligible to work in Switzerland
• 12 months or less professional experience preferred

As a leading employer in our industry, Alexion is proud to offer a highly competitive package of base and incentive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the health, wellness and financial security of our employees and their families. To learn more about Alexion, please visitwww.alexionpharma.comor download our App for iPhones and Blackberries.