Job Description
Postdoctoral Research Fellow, IPSEN--Commercial Neuroscience About the Opportunity 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.
Our program provides a dynamic academic environment offering fellows the opportunity for a wide breadth of experiences:
- Develop teaching skills through participation in our Teaching and Learning Seminar series
- Facilitate small and large group didactic education in partnership with a faculty mentor
- Create, present, and publish scholarly research through collaborative industry and university relationships
- Engage with faculty who participate in various interdisciplinary
- Network with area residents and other Northeastern fellows via professional development programs, teaching seminars, and participation on fellowship committees
In partnership with Northeastern University, Ipsen is offering a two-year Neuroscience PharmD fellowship based in Cambridge, MA. About Ipsen: Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, Inc., in conjunction with Northeastern University, is sponsoring two-year post-PharmD Fellowship programs designed to provide the selected Doctor of Pharmacy graduate(s) an opportunity to gain a comprehensive, focused experience in the biopharmaceutical industry. Experience gained while working within our US Commercial teams will help prepare the fellow(s) to make a sustainable contribution in support of Ipsen's mission of improving patients' lives while preparing the fellow(s) for a career in pharmaceutical industry.
Responsibilities: - Serve as product and therapeutic area expert in Ipsen Neuroscience
- Understand the business ethics, regulatory guidelines, legal landscape and Ipsen policies that guide the Commercial teams
- Develop presentation and verbal communication skills by participating in team meetings, conferences, and work sessions
- Develop and execute traditional and digital tactics including associated content, KPI development/tracking and associated platforms
- Support development of annual Brand strategic and tactical plans; collaborate with Cross Functional partners to gain input and alignment on key brand strategies, tactics and performance
- Monitor, manage and execute Dysport brand strategy, including positioning and messaging; recommend refinements and updates
- Lead conception and development of key promotional tactics and materials in partnership with the agency of record and key cross-functional partners; materials may include creative campaign, core / interactive visual aids, digital content, content for peer-to-peer tactics, and training programs associated with content/skills required for optimal patient outcomes
- Participate in the US Promotional Review Committee process as project owner/sponsor
- Organize and execute Field Intelligence Team to gather feedback on relevant Dysport resources from Sales Representatives
- Organize and execute cross functional Dysport Brand Team meetings
- Guide the application of key insights to validate business opportunities and inform specific brand strategies and tactics to validate business opportunities, and inform brand strategies and tactics
- Translate data and insights into brand messaging and storytelling, supporting development of brand performance presentations to leadership teams
- Develop training materials for sales and home office teams
- Work with cross functional teams to monitor Key Performance Indicators, measure and report and review monthly with team for upward reporting.
- Support improved analytics reporting process working closely with analytics team.
Qualifications: Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE accredited institution, eligible for licensure as a pharmacist in the State of Massachusetts.
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.
Industry/Neuroscience experience helpful
Additional Information: Applicants should submit the following APPLICATION MATERIALS:
- 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 . LOR
writers should include the candidate's name and fellowship
program(s) in the subject line (e.g. Smith, John - Alnylam, GSK).
Please note that we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis
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.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type: 108S
Expected Hiring Range: $59,423.00 - $83,934.50
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
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About Northeastern University
Founded in 1898, Northeastern University is a private research university located in the heart of Boston. Northeastern is a leader in worldwide experiential learning, urban engagement, and interdisciplinary research that meets global and societal needs. Our broad mix of experience-based education programs?our signature cooperative education program, as well as student research, service learning, and global learning?build the connections that enable students to transform their lives. The University offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in nine colleges and schools.
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