Intern medical affairs

Major accountabilities:

• Scientific Publication Review:
  • Assist in reviewing clinical and real-world publications for accuracy, scientific rigor, and alignment with company messaging.
• Literature Review and Summarization:
  • Conduct comprehensive literature searches and summarize relevant data to support ongoing medical projects, strategy development, and field team training.
• Content Development:
  • Support the development of high-quality scientific and educational materials such as slide decks, FAQs, scientific responses, and internal knowledge documents.
• KOL Profiling and Mapping:
  • Assist in the identification, profiling, and segmentation of key opinion leaders (KOLs) to support engagement planning and scientific collaborations.
• Field Work and Medical Support:
  • Accompany medical field teams on scientific engagements, medical education programs, and congress activities to gain first-hand experience in external scientific communication.
• Cross-functional Collaboration:
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Regulatory, Clinical Research, Compliance) to ensure medical and scientific accuracy in communications and initiatives.

Minimum Requirements:
Education:

• Pursuing an MD or equivalent higher degree in Medicine, Pharmacology, or a related healthcare discipline.
• Candidate should be in the second or final year of postgraduate studies.

• Skills and Competencies:
  • Strong interest in medical affairs and pharmaceutical industry practices.
  • Excellent scientific understanding and ability to critically appraise medical literature.
  • Proficiency in scientific writing and summarizing complex data.
  • Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills.
  • High level of professionalism, ethical standards, and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
  • Familiarity with MS Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Opportunities Offered

• Exposure to real-world medical affairs operations with Novartis Healthcare Private limited , India , a multinational pharmaceutical organisation
• Mentorship and training from experienced medical affairs professionals.
• Opportunity to build a professional network with internal and external stakeholders.
• Development of scientific communication, strategic thinking, and field engagement skills.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit the following

• Curriculum Vitae,
• A brief statement of interest
• Proof of current enrollment in a postgraduate program
• NOC from the department head/ organisation as deemed necessary for a full time , on-site , internship program