Who We Are:
At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs.
What We Do:
Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine and neuropsychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids,* as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit
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About the Role:
Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: NBIX) is offering the opportunity to gain hands-on marketing and patient engagement experience in the world of biotechnology. Our intern program offers exposure to Field Medical Marketing, including Brand Strategy, Advocacy, Stakeholder Engagement, cross-functional collaboration across Medical and Marketing, and patient-focused educational initiatives. The Field Medical Marketing team has a strong reputation in the industry for delivering high-quality, patient-centered resources and educational initiatives that support families, caregivers, and the rare disease community. The team is known for thinking creatively and approaching challenges with an innovative, outside-the-box mindset to better serve patients and their families.
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Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):
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Support development and review of patient education materials and program content
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Assist with creating and refining patient-friendly resources, webinar materials, events, and slide decks
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Conduct research on patient insights, sentiments, competitive landscape, and best practices
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Help coordinate advocacy partnerships and field-led patient initiatives and events
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Draft copy for educational tools, program descriptions, and digital assets
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Provide support for patient and caregiver event logistics and follow-up
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Assist with identifying, engaging, and supporting key opinion leaders (KOLs) and stakeholder groups involved in patient education initiatives
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Support brand-aligned educational and awareness raising efforts by collaborating with stakeholders who represent the organization externally, ie. Ambassadors and community leaders
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Collaborate with Medical, Advocacy, Marketing, Compliance, Legal, Regulatory, Field, and Brand teams
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Assist with project tracking, documentation, and metrics
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Participate in brainstorming and collaborating on programs featuring key opinion leaders
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Engage with multiple functional areas across the company
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Work with a mentor team and fellow interns throughout the program
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Complete a capstone project and present to senior leadership
Requirements:
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Pursuing an undergraduate degree with an interest in biotechnology
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Specific degree or field required: Marketing, Communications, Public Health, Journalism, Media Arts, Health/Biomedical Sciences, or related field
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Prior experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry would be an asset but is not required
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Familiarity with biopharmaceutical technologies, physical and life sciences, product development, and regulatory approval processes is desirable
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Good verbal and written communication skills
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Ability to think creatively and be a team player
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Offer flexibility with a willingness to work on multiple projects simultaneously
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Bring to the Company a skill set complementary to its technology and development therapeutics
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Interest in attending various program events, including social gatherings, career development workshops, and more
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Ability to commit to a 10-week, full-time summer program
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No lab work requirements
Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.
We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.