Global Patient Engagement Intern (12‑Month Hybrid)

Vertex UK Int'l HQ/R&D; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex is seeking enthusiastic students for a 12-month Industrial Placement with the International Patient Engagement (IPE) team at our London HQ. Based in Paddington, you will gain hands-on exposure to patient engagement across the therapy lifecycle and collaborate with cross-functional colleagues.

As part of a hybrid role, you will learn how patient perspectives shape research, development and post-marketing decisions, while developing skills in communication, project management and

Qualifications

• Currently undertaking studies in a scientific or business-related discipline.
• Strong interest in patient engagement in biotech/pharma.
• Independently motivated and a strong team player.
• Demonstrates problem solving skills and good written, communication, project management and presentation skills.
• Evidence of ability to meet deadlines.
• Candidates must be studying a university qualification with an Industrial Placement as part of studies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with patient communities at in-country and above-country level.
• Learn how patient engagement shapes decisions across the lifecycle of Vertex medicines and therapies.
• Support cross-functional teams and contribute to external engagement initiatives.

Skills

Patient engagement

Problem solving

Written communication

Project management

Team collaboration

Job description

Vertex is seeking enthusiastic students for a 12-month Industrial Placement with the International Patient Engagement (IPE) team at our London HQ. Based in Paddington, you will gain hands-on exposure to patient engagement across the therapy lifecycle and collaborate with cross-functional colleagues.

As part of a hybrid role, you will learn how patient perspectives shape research, development and post-marketing decisions, while developing skills in communication, project management and