Clinical Research or Medical Affairs - Industrial Placement

Duration : 12 months

Location : Leeds, Yorkshire (in combination with home-based if desired)

Sector : Medical Devices

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences

That is why we in the UK are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

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Position summary

We offer two separate student placements in either clinical research or Medical Affairs within the Medical Technologies sector. Advancing product innovation across the breadth of products and therapeutic areas we serve, requires an enthusiastic commitment to ongoing research. Through the application of sound science and vigorous testing, our research professionals move our businesses and our world toward the future of human health care.

The clinical research department is responsible for providing study support for international trials of a huge range of medical device products. They are responsible for documenting everything surrounding the trial. As part of the clinical research team, you will have administrative responsibility of tracking and monitoring a number of high-profile clinical studies. This will involve liaising heavily with clinical trial project managers and monitors.

The EMEA (Europe, Middle-East and Africa) Medical Affairs department is responsible for providing hospital consultants, regulatory agencies and healthcare professionals with scientific and medical information relating to the value and correct usage of our medical devices. As part of our EMEA Medical Affairs team, you will gain exposure to a wide range of different departments and be involved in national, international and global projects. This placement will offer you a great opportunity to gain experience in the healthcare sector. The placement is office-based and does not involve any laboratory work.

Main duties and responsibilities

Clinical Research:

Involvement in the activities required for the preparation, setting up, conducting and completion of clinical studies
Administer, maintain and coordinate the logistical aspects of clinical investigations
Data collection and recording of everything surrounding the trial (doctor and patient information)
Weekly meetings with project managers
Work with Clinical Colleagues to provide registry updates
High level of exposure to cutting edge clinical trials
Great steppingstone if you want to pursue a research-based career

Medical Affairs:

Liaising and communicating with many different departments internationally
Manage projects relating to Medical Affairs in line with business needs
Working with colleagues in the US and across EMEA to create streamlined processes
Identifying and reviewing scientific literature to aid the products’ portfolios
Developing and supporting internal (evidence) trainings
Create and share monthly reports within the team
Communicate with customers on J&J research process
Ad hoc support to Medical Affairs projects in EMEA

Qualifications

Requirements of the role:

2 years of Bio Science related degree level study completed
A minimum of 2:1 achieved in first year of study

Key skills and competencies:

High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent research skills and highly analytical
Experience in evidence evaluation and communication
High level of scientific understanding and intellectual capacity
Adaptable and able to work with a wide range of different personalities
Networker and flexible and adaptable team player
Excellent communication skills both written and oral
Seeks opportunities to learn and grow professionally, with confidence
Able to prioritise and manage own workload autonomously
Pro-active and quick learner
Self-motivation and independence
IT-skills (MS office)

Please note: These positions will close for applications on the 11th December 2022

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