Medical Affairs Co-Op at Legend Biotech

Somerset, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Research, Pharmacology, Biomedical Science, Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking, Communication Skills, Project Management, Attention to Detail, Interpersonal Skills, Collaboration, Scientific Integrity, Medical Excellence, Curiosity, Proactive Learning, Regulatory Compliance, Publication Planning

Industry

Biotechnology Research

Description

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell, T-cell receptor (TCR-T), and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy. From our three R&D sites around the world, we apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe, efficacious and cutting-edge therapeutics for patients worldwide. Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel). Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma. Legend Biotech is seeking a Medical Affairs Co-Op as part of the Medical Affairs team based in Somerset, NJ. Role Overview The Medical Affairs Co-Op will support and execute key initiatives that advance the organization’s scientific, clinical, and strategic objectives with a primary focus on real world evidence generation. This opportunity provides hands-on experience across the medical affairs spectrum, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure the highest standards of scientific integrity and medical excellence. Co-Op Duration: 12 months Key Responsibilities Support and operationalize real-world evidence (RWE) generation planning and activities. Participate in key opinion leader (KOL) engagements to understand evidence needs and data gaps. Assist in medical content and resource development. Contribute to publication planning process. Support medical information functions, ensuring compliance with medical and regulatory standards. Ability to travel ~25%. Requirements Post-graduate PharmD, MD, DO, or PhD in a biosciences field. Strong foundation in clinical research, pharmacology, biomedical science, or related disciplines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex scientific information clearly and accurately. Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills; ability to interpret scientific data and clinical evidence. High level of professionalism, collaborative mindset, and scientific rigor. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with common computer-based tools and platforms. Curiosity and a proactive learning mindset. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Excellent interpersonal skills and ease in engaging with external and internal stakeholders. Skills You’ll Gain Medical Strategy & Evidence Generation: Ability to support medical strategy development and contribute to RWE study design and evidence generation. KOL Engagement & Insight Gathering: Skills in identifying and engaging key opinion leaders and synthesizing external clinical insights. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Project Management: Experience working with clinical, regulatory, safety, and commercial teams; ability to manage timelines, workflows, and complex medical affairs projects. #Li-JK1 #Li-Contract Benefits Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer eight (8) weeks of paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and eleven (11) company holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide commuter benefits, family planning and care resources, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work. Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contract employees are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech. EEO Statement It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances. Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company. Legend may adjust base salary or other discretionary compensation at any time based on individual, team, performance, or market conditions. For information related to our privacy policy, please review: Legend Biotech Privacy Policy.

Responsibilities

The Medical Affairs Co-Op will support real-world evidence generation and engage with key opinion leaders to identify evidence needs. Additionally, the role involves assisting in medical content development and ensuring compliance with medical standards.