STADA Thornton & Ross
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STADA UK Thornton & Ross – Medical Affairs Placement Student
Reading | U.K. | Full-time | 12-month Fixed Term Contract
Commencing July 2027 | Salary £28,000
Launch into a year that will fast-track your career in pharma.
As a Medical Affairs Placement Student at STADA UK, you’ll be a core member of a dynamic Medical Affairs team, working across Consumer Healthcare, Generics, Biosimilars and Specialty portfolios. This is your chance to gain broad, real-world exposure to Medical Affairs in a growing function, while contributing to meaningful business and scientific activities.
You’ll be at the heart of day-to-day operations with real responsibility, plus the opportunity to shape scientific projects, support medical education initiatives and input into Medical Affairs plans.
Along the way, you’ll build hands-on experience in Medical Information, Medical Affairs Operations, Scientific Communications, Medical Education, Medical Governance and Compliance—collaborating closely with Senior Medical Advisors, MSLs, Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, R&D, Commercial and Marketing teams.
How You Will Make An Impact
- Handle real Medical Information enquiries, helping to craft accurate, balanced and evidence-based responses.
- Dive into scientific literature, distill complex data into clear summaries, and shape high-quality scientific and educational materials.
- Play a key role in planning and delivering Medical Affairs events, from congresses and advisory boards to educational meetings.
- Build your expertise in medical governance and compliance, including ABPI and PAGB Codes and core material review processes.
- Collaborate closely with RAMACA colleagues across Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance and Compliance to gain a rounded view of the function.
- Deliver an end-of-placement project, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and actively shape your own professional development.
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What We Are Looking For
- Currently studying for a Life Sciences degree (e.g. Pharmacology, Biomedical Sciences, Pharmacy, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Neuroscience or related).
- Clear interest in the pharmaceutical industry and Medical Affairs, with the ability to interpret and communicate scientific information confidently.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, combined with excellent organization, attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Ideally some exposure to healthcare, scientific, customer service or office-based settings, and experience with literature reviews, research projects or data analysis.
- Motivated to take ownership and show initiative, contributing positively to team culture and continuous improvement—even without line management responsibilities.
- No prior pharmaceutical or Medical Affairs experience required, making this a strong opportunity to launch a career in Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance or related areas.
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How We Care For You
- Competitive annual salary of £28,000 plus bonus scheme.
- Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme.
- Hybrid working – we spend three days of your choice in the office, with the remaining days working at home.
- 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays with the potential to buy up to 5 additional days.
- Free winter flu jab.
- Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and KYAN Wellbeing – offering free coaching and counselling services for you and your family.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Plus, many more employee benefits & celebration events.
STADA Group values and promotes its diverse culture, regardless of gender, age, social or ethnic origin, disabilities, religion, ideology, or sexual orientation. We use the strength of our uniqueness to develop creative ideas, expand our experience and increase innovative strength. Our focus is on equal opportunities, respectful cooperation, and the promotion of an inclusive working environment. We are looking forward to your application and welcome applications without a pharmaceutical background.
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