Clinical Scientist Undergraduate

Pfizer; Reigate and Banstead; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Cross-functional collaboration

Vaccine product knowledge

STEM outreach

Job summary

Pfizer UK Undergraduate Programme 2027/2028 offers a placement in Clinical Scientist Medical Evidence Science & Operations. You will support epidemiological studies, disease burden assessment, and vaccine impact analyses within a global, cross-functional team.

The role is hybrid with UK office attendance and focuses on developing clinical research knowledge and business skills. Applicants must be completing a degree with Year in Industry or Gap Year, and demonstrate English fluency, attention to

Qualifications

• Completing placement as part of University Degree.
• On target for a Degree Classification preferably in Life sciences, Epidemiology or Health economics.
• English fluency is essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Support medical evidence studies and clinical projects across global vaccine programs.
• Understand clinical and compliance requirements and multi-task within a busy clinical environment.
• Collaborate with global cross-functional teams to promote evidence generation.
• Contribute to study setup activities, enrolment tracking, site and laboratory co-monitoring.
• Develop clinical research knowledge and business skills during the placement.

Skills

Fluent English

Strong communication

AI literate

Attention to detail

Fast learner

Team player

Education

Life sciences / Epidemiology / Health economics

Job description

Pfizer UK Undergraduate Programme 2027/2028 Clinical Scientist Undergraduate Medical Evidence Science & Operations

Applicants must be completing a placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year.

Department Overview

The Medical Evidence Science & Operations team has staff located in the US and Europe and supports the clinical development of vaccines across the globe, with a strong focus on epidemiological research of disease burden and vaccine impact.

The Clinical Scientist provides medical, scientific and clinical study and project support for multiple, global, Phase 4 vaccine clinical and epidemiology studies in a clinical program.

The position will be hybrid based, with attendance at one of our UK offices. We are a busy, collaborative and friendly group that deals with a variety of activities to support the Pfizer business with the patients need being at the heart of everything we do.

What can I achieve and what will I be accountable for whilst completing a placement at Pfizer?

The Medical Evidence Science & Operations team will provide an insight into developing a vaccine, the epidemiological studies needed to establish disease burden, vaccine effectiveness and health economic outcomes and an opportunity to work with clinical research professionals.

Through working in a busy clinical environment you can look forward to developing clinical research knowledge, business skills and being a valued team player. These skills will include comprehending clinical and compliance requirements and multi-tasking through working on a variety of Vaccine programs. You will also work in global cross functional teams. Pfizer also offers a diverse environment which allows employees numerous opportunities to grow and develop. It is also a fantastic way to obtain a better appreciation of the role that clinical research plays in the pharma industry and the type of roles it has to offer.

Opportunities with this role will include:

• Gaining clinical expertise that may include:
  • Knowledge of how to develop a clinical protocol as part of the overall clinical program for licensed and new vaccines.
  • Hands on opportunity to develop informed consent documents and case report forms
  • Coordinating the procurement and shipping of study related supplies
  • Insight into the ethical and regulatory environment and requirements for approving vaccine clinical research in different countries
  • How to perform clinical data review and interpretation of clinical data
  • How to effectively provide clinical and operational oversight of a clinical study, including study set up activity tracking, enrolment tracking, site and laboratory co-monitoring
  • Comprehend the importance of monitoring vaccine safety and the well-being of study participants.
  • Working with key opinion leaders with expertise in epidemiological and health outcomes research.
  • Special small projects to improve how Evidence Generation functions
  • Meeting administration including setting agenda, setting meetings and minute taking
  • Building personal expertise through support of Evidence Generation clinical programs.
  • Comprehending Good Clinical Practice (GCP) by adhering to the relevant procedures and practices to ensure GCP is maintained.

What other opportunities and benefits does Pfizer offer?

• Training and development needs to ensure a broadening skill and knowledge base and to maximise/optimise career development and contribution to the business.
• Cross-functional working with colleagues and key stakeholders to promote global vaccine clinical research.
• Development of specific vaccine product and therapeutic knowledge
• Opportunities to work on STEM related activities with local schools and other charity projects in line with Pfizer charity work

When can I start?

Placements will start on 1st September 2027 and will run for 12 months.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Type of person we are looking for, in relation to ‘Skills’, ‘Knowledge’ and ‘Motivation’:

• Completing placement as part of University Degree either through Year In Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year
• On target for a Degree Classification preferably in Life sciences, Epidemiology or Health economics
• Fluent in speaking and writing in English is essential
• Eligibility to work unrestricted in the UK on a full time basis
• Strong communication skills and self-assurance
• AI literate
• Attention to detail
• Open minded and willing to learn and grow, with the ability to learn fast and push yourself to be the best

Work Location Assignment

On Premise

Purpose

Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives. Digital Transformation Strategy One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience. Flexibility We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let’s start the conversation!

Equal Employment Opportunity

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