Undergraduate Clinical Development - Marlow

Pfizer UK Undergraduate Programme 2027/2028 Clinical Development Scientist Undergraduate Vaccine Clinical Research

Applicants must be completing a placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year.

Department Overview Vaccine Clinical Research (based in Marlow, UK) supports the clinical development of Vaccines across the globe.

The Clinical Development Scientist provides medical and scientific study and project support for multiple, global, Phase 1-4 vaccine clinical studies in a clinical program.

We are a busy friendly group that deals with a variety of activities to promote the Pfizer business with the patients needs being at the heart of everything we do.

What can I achieve and what will I be accountable for whilst completing a placement at Pfizer? Please note: This role does not include lab work. The Vaccine Clinical Research group will provide an insight into the requirements for developing a vaccine and an opportunity to work with experienced clinical research professionals. Through working in a busy clinical environment you can look forward to developing clinical research knowledge, business skills and being a valued team player. These skills will include comprehending clinical and compliance requirements and multi-tasking through working on a variety of vaccine programs. Pfizer also offers a diverse environment which allows employees numerous opportunities to grow and develop. It is also a fantastic way to obtain a better appreciation of the role that clinical research plays in the pharma industry and the type of roles it has to offer.

Opportunities with this role will encompass:

Knowledge of how to develop a clinical protocol as part of the overall clinical program for a new vaccine
Insight into the regulatory environment and requirements for approving vaccine clinical research in different countries
How to perform clinical data review and interpretation of clinical data
How to effectively provide medical oversight of a clinical study
Comprehend the importance of monitoring vaccine safety and the well-being of study participants

Building personal expertise through support of vaccine clinical programs.

Comprehending Good Clinical Practice by adhering to the relevant procedures and practices to ensure GCP is maintained.

Participating in STEM activities conducted by the UK STEM hub.

For example:

Helping at careers fairs
Promoting projects in after-school STEM clubs
Delivering practical STEM experiments or demonstrations
Helping students with mock job interviews

What other opportunities and benefits do Pfizer offer?

Training and development needs to ensure a broadening skill and knowledge base and to maximise/optimise career development and contribution to the business.
Cross-functional working with colleagues and key stakeholders to support global Vaccine Clinical research. Opportunities to interact face-to-face and virtually with Pfizer colleagues around the world.

When can I start? Placements will start on 1st September 2027 and will run for 12 months.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Completing placement as part of University Degree either through Year In Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year
On target for a Degree Classification preferably in Life sciences or chemistry
Fluent in English is essential
Eligibility to work unrestricted in the UK on a full time basis
Strong communication skills and self-assurance
Attention to detail
Open minded and willing to learn and grow, with the ability to learn fast and push yourself to be the best

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Hybrid Purpose Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence.

Digital Transformation Strategy One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.

Flexibility We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

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Undergraduate Clinical Development Scientist