Title: Intern
Petaling Jaya, MY, MY
Job Summary
The Medical Intern will support the Medical Affairs function within our pharmaceutical organization, gaining meaningful hands-on exposure to the drug discovery, development, and commercialization process. Working under the guidance of experienced medical affairs professionals, the intern will contribute to real-world projects spanning medical information, clinical research support, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement. This internship is designed to build scientific, clinical, and professional competencies that prepare candidates for a career in the pharmaceutical and life sciences industry.
General Responsibilities
1. Medical Affairs Support
- Assist in responding to medical information inquiries from healthcare professionals (HCPs), patients, and internal stakeholders in an accurate and evidence-based manner.
- Help prepare and review medical communication materials, including scientific publications, slide decks, and educational content for HCPs and key opinion leaders (KOLs).
- Support the Medical Science Liaison (MSL) team with background research, literature reviews, and preparation of scientific summaries for field engagements.
2. Clinical & Scientific Research
- Assist in monitoring and analyzing clinical data, laboratory results, and real-world evidence (RWE) relevant to the company’s therapeutic areas.
3. Regulatory & Compliance
- Assist in reviewing promotional and medical materials for regulatory compliance and scientific accuracy
4. Stakeholder Engagement & Events
- Assist in the planning and logistical coordination of medical advisory boards, scientific conferences, and regional/national trade events.
- Provide administrative and scientific support during internal cross-functional project meetings and external stakeholder engagements.
- Help develop and update materials for KOL engagement
Functional Skills and Knowledge
- Basic understanding of pharmaceutical product development, clinical trial processes, and regulatory frameworks.
- Ability to search and critically appraise scientific and medical literature.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey complex scientific information clearly and concisely.
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in data handling and documentation
Education
- Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of an accredited programme in Medicine, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, or a related field.
- Completion of at least one year of professional study with coursework relevant to clinical sciences, pharmacology, or drug development preferred.