Intern, Medical Affairs

Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic intern to join our Mirum Medical Affairs team. This internship offers hands-on experience to various Medical Affairs functions, which may include Medical Communications, Publications, Medical Information, Medical Excellence & Operations, and/or Field Medical; exposure to real-world projects; and an opportunity to develop professional skills in a collaborative environment. The Medical Affairs Intern will support the Medical Affairs team in advancing medical and scientific communications within various rare diseases.

• This will be an 8 to 12 week assignment, 40 hours/week, paid internship
• Housing costs will not be reimbursed
• Required to be on-site in Foster City, CA

Responsibilities and Main Tasks

• Gain exposure and support identified traditional medical affairs activities, which may include medical communications, medical information, medical review, publications, medical excellence & operations, and field medical affairs activities
• Support development of medical and scientific materials including assisting with medical review of materials to ensure scientific accuracy and appropriate data interpretation
• Support planning and execution of scientific exchange activities, including advisory boards, national and regional congress activities, and small group interactions
• Support the team in day-to-day operations and ad-hoc Medical Affairs projects and strategic initiatives as needed
• Participate in team meetings and learn how Medical Affairs strategy, tactics, activities, and initiatives are shaped
•  Shadow various members of the Medical Affairs team and other cross-functional partners as identified
•  At the conclusion of the internship, prepare a comprehensive review of the internship experience and present to the team

Minimum Requirements

• Currently pursuing an advanced degree (MD, PharmD, PhD, MS) in life sciences, pharmacy, medicine, or a related field
• Strong interest in Medical Affairs
• Strong scientific writing, presentation, and communication skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced biotech environment

Required Skills

• Passion to learn
• Ability to adopt urgent situations and accept ad hoc assignments
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Organized, responsible, resourceful, and detail-oriented
• Strong written and oral communication skills, teamwork & Collaboration, Professionalism, Organizational skills, Problem-solving skills, Adaptability, Self-motivated
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
• Thrive in a fast-paced, diverse work environment

Benefits For You

• Gain meaningful professional experience in the field of Medical Affairs
• Gain cross-functional insight learning how to work within a global company
• Working in a friendly environment with a collaborative spirit
• Given an opportunity to improve personal growth and development

Please include your cover letter with your application describing your qualifications and reasoning for wanting this internship. The pay for this role will be in the $35-45/hr range. 

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