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Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Vertex--North America Commercial, US Marketing About the Opportunity: Northeastern University Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowships Program is a two-year experiential program designed to advance lifelong learning and the education and training of Pharm.D. graduates. Critical to the success of the program is our ability to prepare Fellows to meet the ongoing workforce needs in various areas of industry. Our program gives fellows an opportunity to work with our innovative biopharmaceutical industry partners while collaborating with Northeastern University faculty in professional and career development, service, scholarship, and teaching. In partnership with Northeastern University, Vertex Pharmaceuticals is offering a two-year North America Commercial fellowship based in Boston, MA. About Vertex: Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases. The company has approved medicines that treat the underlying causes of multiple chronic, life-shortening genetic diseases and continues to advance clinical and research programs in these diseases. Vertex also has a robust clinical pipeline of investigational therapies across a range of modalities in other serious diseases. Responsibilities: The North America Commercial ('NAC') department is responsible for the execution of the commercial strategy across North America. This includes leading patient access and reimbursement for current and future therapies, establishing the product strategy for new products and marketed brands, and ongoing support for both patients and caregivers. The fellow will engage in a 2 year role on the commercial team to better understand the role of commercial in a pharmaceutical organization. Fellowship Objectives: The US Marketing/commercial role will support one or more of several workstreams, including: US commercial strategy; brand strategy; tactical execution. This fellowship offers an opportunity to learn how drugs are commercialized and what the requirements are to succeed in a commercial corporate business. Gain understanding of the focus of the Marketing and related teams and their roles within the broader organization Support the team in executing the strategy for the US Brands including collaboration with the team on creating promotional materials for the Sales team Lead strategic and/or tactical projects that are on strategy' and help realize the goal of patients benefiting from Vertex medicines and to meet business objectives Collaborate cross-functionally to build relationships with stakeholders and develop a deep understanding of the patient treatment journey and key customer insights The ideal candidate will possess an inherent sense of urgency, curiosity, and collaboration, and will be a fast learner Qualifications: Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE accredited institution, eligible for licensure as a pharmacist in the United States of America. Excellent oral and written communication, time management, and leadership skills, ability to work independently and take initiative on a variety of projects at the industry site and Northeastern. Additional Information: Applicants should submit the following APPLICATION MATERIALS by the priority deadline of October 31st, 2024. Curriculum vitae (CV), uploaded Unofficial PharmD transcripts, uploaded Cover letter, uploaded Three formal letters of recommendation (LORs) sent directly from the letter writer to PharmDFellowships@northeastern.edu by November 22nd, 2024 . Address cover letter and three LORs to: J. Andrew Orr-Skirvin, PharmD, BCOP Clinical Professor, School of Pharmacy Chair, Department of Pharmacy & Health System Sciences Director of Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowship Program 360 Huntington Ave, 140TF R218 Boston, MA 02115 Position Type Research Additional Information Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information. Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see . To apply, visit #J-18808-Ljbffr Northeastern University

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