Medical Affairs Postdoctoral Research Fellow

About the role

This two‑year Medical Affairs Fellowship with Chiesi Global Rare Diseases offers post‑doctoral Pharm.D. graduates hands‑on experience in a rare‑disease focused biopharma environment. Fellows will work alongside industry professionals to support scientific strategy, patient needs, and cross‑functional initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Support Medical Affairs strategy by analyzing scientific trends, stakeholder needs and translating insights into actionable plans.
• Engage in scientific exchange with internal and external stakeholders, delivering balanced, compliant communications.
• Develop scientific communications and medical education materials for field teams, healthcare professionals and congresses.
• Contribute to evidence generation, publications, and real‑world evidence programs.
• Gather medical insights from literature, meetings and field interactions to inform priorities.
• Assist with medical information responses, field medical activities, launch readiness and lifecycle initiatives.
• Participate in Medical Affairs operations including budget management and vendor coordination.

Required profile

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE‑accredited institution.
• Eligible for pharmacist licensure in Massachusetts.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Interest in Medical Affairs and the biopharmaceutical industry.