Medical Affairs Intern

The Medical Affairs internship will provide a broad understanding of the various roles and responsibilities within Medical Communications & Regional Medical Affairs, including hands-on experience, real-world project exposure, training, and development opportunities. Through this internship, one will be responsible for supporting various internal processes and activities in the Medical Affairs Department across all our currently approved products under the supervision of the Director of Medical Communications. The role will also be responsible for completing a special project to support the needs of the Medical Affairs Department.

• Participate in department, cross-functional, and all company meetings to learn how to shape Medical Affairs strategy, tactics, activities, initiatives, and ensure cross-functional alignment.
• Assist with data research project or publication project to be determined by the Medical Affairs team.
• Gain exposure and support identified traditional medical affairs activities, which may include medical information, medical review, publications, medical material development, and field medical affairs activities.
• Receive training on the technical aspects of Medical Affairs and network with relevant cross-functional groups.
• Shadow various members of the Medical Affairs team including Executive Director, Regional Medical Affairs, Director of Publications & Medical Communications, Medical Director, Pharmacovigilance, Quality, and other cross-functional partners as identified.

• Students that have completed their second year in accredited healthcare doctorate level school programs.
• Minimum GPA 3.0/4.0
• Mastery of Microsoft Office programs (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Embrace growth mindset.
• Competencies: Written and Verbal Communication skills, Teamwork & Collaboration, Professionalism, Organizational skills, Problem-solving skills, Adaptability, Self-motivated

Working Conditions

• Position may require periodic evening and weekend work, as necessary to fulfill obligations. Periodic overnight travel may occur for conferences and other meetings a few times annually.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.
• This role is based in Xeris’ Chicago office and requires five days per week in the office. On-site requirement may change at management’s discretion.

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As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetics or any other characteristic protected by law.  It is our intention that all qualified applications are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. The anticipated hourly pay for this position is $18.00 per hour. 

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.