Industry-Partnered Clinical Science Postdoc Fellow

NU USA Northeastern University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeastern University invites applications for a two-year Clinical Science fellowship based in Cambridge, MA, partnering with Alnylam Pharmaceuticals. Fellows will gain hands-on experience in clinical development, regulatory submission support, and collaboration with biopharma partners and Northeastern faculty.

The program emphasizes professional development, teaching, and scholarly activities, with a focus on preparing graduates for leadership roles in the clinical science function.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited institution.
• Eligible for pharmacist licensure in MA.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong time management and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work independently across industry site and Northeastern.
• Proven project management experience.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrix environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop clinical development plans, protocol concepts and full protocols for early development products.
• Contribute to regulatory documents (Investigators’ Brochures, briefing books, safety updates, IND/ NDA submissions).
• Engage with investigators and collaborators to optimize scientific quality and innovation of study design.
• Coordinate real-time access to quality trial data (safety, efficacy, PK, biomarkers) for data reviews.
• Create content for internal and external clinical and scientific discussions on programs and therapeutic areas.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Leadership abilities

Independent work

Project management

Multitasking

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy degree

Massachusetts pharmacist licensure eligibility

Job description

Northeastern University invites applications for a two-year Clinical Science fellowship based in Cambridge, MA, partnering with Alnylam Pharmaceuticals. Fellows will gain hands-on experience in clinical development, regulatory submission support, and collaboration with biopharma partners and Northeastern faculty.

The program emphasizes professional development, teaching, and scholarly activities, with a focus on preparing graduates for leadership roles in the clinical science function.