About the Opportunity
About the Opportunity
Northeastern University Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowships Program is a two-year experiential program designed to advance lifelong learning and the education and training of Pharm.D. graduates. A key element of the program’s success is preparing Fellows to meet evolving workforce needs across various sectors of the pharmaceutical industry.
Fellows have the opportunity to work closely with our innovative biopharmaceutical industry partners, while engaging with Northeastern University faculty in professional and career development, teaching, service, and scholarly activities.
In partnership with Northeastern University, Apellis Pharmaceuticals is offering a two-year Global Medical Affairs fellowship, based in Waltham, MA.
About Apellis Pharmaceuticals
Apellis is delivering life-changing medicines across a broad range of serious diseases through the complement cascade targeting C3 therapies. There are two approved medicines targeting C3, the central protein in the cascade. These include the first-ever therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world, a therapy for paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria, a rare, acquired, life-threatening blood disorder, and an approved therapy for C3 glomerulopathy (C3G) or primary immune complex membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (IC-MPGN), two rare and serious kidney diseases.
Founded in 2008, and headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, we are leaders in the biotech industry. Our values guide every decision that we make as we work toward our vision of being an organization for its compassion, revolutionary science, and contributions to humankind. Our values include: “We Care”, “We are Fearless”, “We Love What We Do”, “We are Resourceful”, We are Complement”, and “We Belong”.
Apellis is committed to developing transformative therapies for people living with a broad range of debilitating diseases by controlling complement, part of the body’s immune system. Apellis Pharmaceuticals Medical Affairs supports the company mission by getting the right drug, to the right patient, at the right time. In 2022, Apellis Pharmaceuticals partnered with Northeastern University to offer a unique fellowship opportunity. The two-year Apellis Pharmaceuticals Medical Affairs Fellowship Program is designed to prepare postdoctoral scholars for rewarding careers in the biopharmaceutical industry. Through hands-on experience, fellows will work with various cross-functional teams to learn the role of Medical Affairs, develop skills in the analysis, interpretation, and communication of clinical data, and expand their scientific knowledge to render clinical insights and contribute to meeting customer needs.
Responsibilities
·Gain in-depth knowledge of disease epidemiology and pathophysiology in a specific therapeutic area to lead a longitudinal project across Medical Affairs.
·Develop a working knowledge of various departments, processes, regulations, and compliance that aligns with industry standards.
·Create, update, and facilitate review of medical response documents for call center communications to healthcare providers and patients/caregivers.
·Collect and analyze data from relevant reports to identify and communicate inquiry trends and key product insights.
·Participate in the development and implementation of medical plans and ensure alignment of key medical activities to the medical strategy.
·Support Medical Affairs launch preparation and execution.
·Contribute to the development of field medical content deliverables, including slide decks and FAQs for internal training.
·Participate in Medical Review Committee (MRC) to understand regulations governing the communication of scientific information.
·Involvement in the planning, development, and execution of select Medical Congresses.
Qualifications
• Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited institution
• Eligible for pharmacist licensure in the State of Massachusetts
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong time management and leadership abilities
• Ability to work independently and take initiative on a variety of projects at both the industry site and Northeastern
Additional Information
Applicants should submit the following application materials by the priority deadline of October 31, 2025:
1. Curriculum vitae (CV), uploaded
2. Unofficial PharmD transcripts, uploaded
3. Cover letter, uploaded
Three formal letters of recommendation (LORs) should be sent directly from the letter writer to [email protected] by November 21, 2025. LOR writers must include the candidate’s name and the fellowship program(s) in the subject line (e.g., Smith, John – Alnylam, GSK).
Address cover letter and letters of recommendation to:
J. Andrew Orr-Skirvin, PharmD, BCOP
Clinical Professor, Department of Pharmacy & Health Systems Sciences
Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowship Program Director
360 Huntington Ave, 140 The Fenway R218
Boston, MA 02115
Position Type
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
108S
Expected Hiring Range:
$59,425.00 - $83,935.00
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
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