Medical Communications Intern-Summer 2027

Xeris Pharmaceuticals Inc; Georgia; Vor Ort; USD 36.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Equity or long-term incentive awards

Annual bonus

Health, vision, dental insurance

Zusammenfassung

Xeris Pharmaceuticals Inc. is seeking a motivated intern to join the Medical Communications team within Medical Affairs in Chicago.

The internship provides hands-on experience in Medical Review with exposure to Medical Information, Publications, and related medical communications projects over a 10‑week period. Ideal candidates are in the latter years of healthcare doctorate programs, with strong written and verbal communication skills, and a willingness to work onsite.

Qualifikationen

• Written and Verbal Communication skills
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Organizational skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Adaptability
• Self-motivation

Aufgaben

• Medical Review: evaluate materials for scientific accuracy and consistency with references and standards
• Attend cross-functional review meetings with Medical, Legal, and Regulatory teams
• Contribute to process improvement, training materials, and knowledge management in Medical Affairs
• Support day-to-day operations of the team
• Support development and maintenance of Medical Information responses and related resources
• Conduct literature searches, data extraction, and evidence summaries to respond to inquiries
• Identify and document potential adverse events or product quality concerns
• Assist with publications and medical communications projects
• Shadow and collaborate with cross-functional partners across Medical Affairs
• Prepare a comprehensive internship review at program end

Ausbildung

Second year in accredited healthcare doctorate level school programs

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Job Purpose We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic intern to join our Medical Communications team within Medical Affairs. This internship offers hands‑on experience in Medical Review, with additional exposure to Medical Information, Publications, and Medical Communications, including real‑world projects and an opportunity to develop professional skills in a collaborative environment.

Essential Job Functions

• Medical Review: Partner with Medical Review colleagues to evaluate promotional and medical materials for scientific accuracy, fair balance, and consistency with approved references and internal standards
• Participate in cross‑functional Medical, Legal, and Regulatory review meetings as appropriate
• Contribute to process improvement projects, training materials, and knowledge management initiatives within Medical Affairs
• Support the team in day‑to‑day operations as needed
• Medical Information, Publications, and Medical Communications: Support the development, review, and maintenance of Medical Information response documents, including standard and custom response letters, FAQs, and related contact center resources
• Assist with literature searches, data extraction, and evidence summaries to support accurate and balanced responses to unsolicited medical information enquires
• Help identify, report, and document potential adverse events or product quality complaints in accordance with company procedures
• Gain exposure and support identified traditional medical affairs activities, including publications and medical material development
• Assist with publication projects as needed and as determined by Director of Publications and Medical Communications
• Support the team in day‑to‑day operations as needed
• Overall: 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
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams as needed
• At the conclusion of the internship, prepare a comprehensive review of the internship experience and present to the organization

Skills and Qualifications

• Students that have completed their second year in accredited healthcare doctorate level school programs
• Minimum GPA 3.0
• Must be willing to come onsite to Xeris’ Chicago office Monday through Friday during business hours for 10 weeks/duration of the internship program (Manager and Intern)
• Strong interest in roles within Medical Affairs
• Competencies: Written and Verbal Communication skills, Teamwork and Collaboration, Professionalism, Organizational skills, Problem-solving skills, Adaptability, Self‑motivation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (eg, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Thrive in a fast‑paced, diverse work environment
• Willingness to travel up to 10%
• Position may require periodic evening and weekend work, as necessary to fulfill obligations.
• Periodic travel may occur for conferences and other meetings as needed.
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Compensation

• The anticipated hourly wage for this position is $26.00 - $35.00.
• We are committed to offering competitive compensation.
• Starting pay is determined based on a variety of factors, including the role, job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, education, internal equity, market data, and the location of the role, where applicable.

Benefits

• Employees are eligible for equity or long‑term incentive awards, where applicable.
• Field Sales role employees are eligible for a quarterly commission structure.
• Non‑Sales role employees are eligible for an annual bonus.
• The Company also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes additional elements such as paid time off benefits, various health, vision, and dental insurance options, 401(k) retirement benefits and more for eligible employees.
• Details about these and other offerings will be provided at the time a conditional offer of employment is made.
• Candidates are always welcome to inquire about our compensation and benefits package during the interview process.
• Individuals hired as temporary employees, interns, and preceptors are not eligible for commissions, bonuses, and/or long‑term incentive or equity awards.
• Eligibility for other benefits will be based on plan documents.

Accessibility & Reasonable Accommodations

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you require a reasonable accommodation or assistance to complete any part of the application process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Please include the job requisition number in your message. Please note if your request is not for this stated purpose, you will not receive a response to your email. Do not include any medical or health information in this email.

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Xeris is a growth‑oriented biopharmaceutical company committed to improving patient lives by developing and commercializing innovative products across a range of therapies.

Xeris is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois and has a strong foundation built on proprietary formulation technologies and deep expertise in clinical development and commercialization.