Vertex Physicians in Pharma Programme (12 months)
Requirements
Applicants must hold an MD, MD/PhD, or an MD with another advanced degree and be enrolled in a recognized RCP specialty training program, ideally at ST3–ST6 level, or have completed specialty training. The role seeks academic distinction or research experience, strong communication and teamwork, the ability to drive results, and an interest in pharmaceutical medicine; relevant expertise in nephrology, haematology, respiratory medicine, or endocrinology/diabetology is preferred.
Job Description
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that aims to discover, develop and commercialize innovative new medicines so people with serious diseases can lead better lives. Founded in 1989 in Cambridge, MA, Vertex today has research and development sites and commercial offices around the world in the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia.
The Vertex Physicians in Pharma Programme (VPiPP) is a unique, one-year work placement for exceptional physicians in training who wish to enrich their curriculum and knowledge by understanding and experiencing pharmaceutical medicine.
Physicians will be integrated into the Vertex Medical Affairs team, contributing to development of activities in one or more of Vertex’s therapeutic areas.
VPiPP candidates will also have the opportunity to understand other areas of pharmaceutical medicine, such as Clinical Development, Patient Safety or Regulatory Affairs and contribute to our culture of innovation by bringing their ideas to challenge our thinking.
This position is based at Vertex’s International HQ based at Paddington, London on a hybrid basis.
Why join the VPiPP?
- Help patients by contributing to the development of transformative medicines
- Learn about pharmaceutical medicine to build and accelerate your career
- Contribute towards the development of our therapeutic areas in a team‐based environment
- Receive exposure to scientific, medical, and business leaders at Vertex
- MD, MD/PhDs or MD with another advanced degree
- Candidates should be either:
- enrolled at recognised RCP specialty training programme, ideally at ST3-ST6 level, utilising their OOPC year or
- physicians who have completed specialty training and are interested in 1 year work placement in industry
- Preference would be given to candidates with expertise in the following areas: nephrology, haematology, respiratory medicine and endocrinology/diabetology
- Evidence of academic distinction and/or research work
- Outstanding communication ability
- Strong team player
- Proven ability to drive to results
- An interest in pharmaceutical medicine
Programme Duration
September 2027 to August 2028
Our Ways Of Working
Flex @ Vertex details
Flex Designation: Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible
Flex Eligibility Status
In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:
- Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
- On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
At Vertex, we embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends. We seek talent who bring an external perspective, demonstrate curiosity and sound judgment, and thoughtfully adopt new capabilities that improve decision-making, drive innovation, increase efficiency, and help deliver better outcomes for patients.
Flex Designation
Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible
Flex Eligibility Status
In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as:
- Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
- On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com
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About Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases and has made significant advancements in cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease, transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia, and acute pain — and continues to progress clinical and research programs in these diseases. We also have a robust clinical pipeline of investigational therapies across a range of modalities in other serious diseases where we have deep insight into causal human biology, including acute and neuropathic pain, APOL1-mediated kidney disease, IgA nephropathy, autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, type 1 diabetes and myotonic dystrophy type 1. Our global headquarters is in Boston, and we have research and development (R&D) sites and commercial offices worldwide. Vertex is consistently recognized as one of the industry’s top places to work by Science Magazine, The Boston Globe, Boston Business Journal and the San Diego Business Journal. We have also earned a spot on TIME Most Influential Companies, TIME Best Inventions, and Fast Company Most Innovative Companies lists. Our research and medicines have received esteemed recognitions, including the Robert J. Beall Therapeutics Development Award, the Prix Galien, the Scrip Award and the Breakthrough Prize awards. Read our community guidelines: https://www.vrtx.com/vertexs-community-guidelines/
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