Medical Affairs Student Placement 2027

Brighter Signals; Leeds; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson, a global healthcare leader in Leeds, offers a student placement in MedTech Medical Affairs focused on building robust medical-scientific evidence for surgical technologies. The role spans national and international projects, with opportunities to gain exposure to multiple departments.

The placement is computer-based, emphasizes evidence synthesis, and encourages collaboration across teams and locations.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of Bio Science related degree level study completed.
• A minimum of 2:1 achieved in first year of study.
• Experience in evidence evaluation and communication.
• Ability to review scientific information, identify key insights, and communicate findings clearly.
• IT-skills (MS office)

Responsibilities

• Help maintain and update clinical evidence resources, ensuring key information stays current and accessible.
• Review scientific literature and summarize relevant data to support product evidence and research activities.
• Assist in creating scientific communications, presentations, and training materials for internal teams.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the UK, EMEA, and the US on projects and process improvements.
• Support research funding activities and help communicate decisions to stakeholders.
• Participate in STEM outreach events, including university, school, and careers fair activities.
• Follow company policies and guidelines relating to safety, quality, ethics, and compliance.

Skills

Evidence evaluation

Scientific communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bio Science degree (1-2 years completed)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function

Career Programs

Job Sub Function

Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op

Job Category

Career Program

All Job Posting Locations:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Description

One of the roles of the MedTech Surgery EMEA Medical Affairs team is to provide hospitals, buying groups or individual healthcare professionals with robust medical-scientific evidence related to the safety, performance and correct usage of our advanced surgical technologies, instruments, and digital solutions designed to improve patient outcomes and operating room efficiency.

This student placement will have an active and independent contribution to this critical role. Also, this placement allows to be involved in national, international and global scientific/medical projects and gain exposure to a wide range of different departments. This placement will offer a great opportunity to gain experience in the surgical healthcare sector. The placement is computer-based and does not involve any laboratory work.

What You'll Be Doing

• Help maintain and update clinical evidence resources, ensuring key information stays current and accessible.
• Review scientific literature and summarize relevant data to support product evidence and research activities.
• Assist in creating scientific communications, presentations, and training materials for internal teams.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the UK, EMEA, and the US on projects and process improvements.
• Support research funding activities and help communicate decisions to stakeholders.
• Participate in STEM outreach events, including university, school, and careers fair activities.
• Follow company policies and guidelines relating to safety, quality, ethics, and compliance.

What You'll Bring

• 1-2 years of Bio Science related degree level study completed.
• A minimum of 2:1 achieved in first year of study.
• Experience in evidence evaluation and communication.
• Ability to review scientific information, identify key insights, and communicate findings clearly.
• IT-skills (MS office)

What We're Looking For

• A curious and analytical approach with an interest in science and research.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• An ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive learner with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to prioritize.
• Confidence working across different teams and locations.

Why Join Us?

• Build practical experience in scientific research, evidence evaluation, and healthcare innovation.
• Develop skills in data analysis, scientific communication, and project management.
• Get involved in STEM outreach and research-related initiatives.
• Learn from experienced professionals in a global healthcare company.

Please note the assessment process will include an Assessment Centre, currently planned for January 2027.

Join us and contribute to the research and evidence that help shape healthcare around the world.