Job Description
Pfizer UK Undergraduate Programme 2025/2026
Anti-Infectives Marketing Undergraduate
Primary Care Business Unit / Anti-Infectives Commercial team
Who can apply?
Applicants must be completing a placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year.
Please note that we will only consider candidates who have applied by completing the Pfizer Placement Application Form. Candidates who do not complete and attach the application form will NOT be considered. You can download the Word version of the Application Form here: Undergraduate Vacancies | Pfizer UK and find instructions as to how to complete your application and more about eligibility criteria.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please see below!!
Department Overview
Pfizer provides a diverse portfolio of anti-infectives that reach patients at every stage of life and address unmet patients’ needs. We are a key partner for the NHS and work collectively to tackle major health issues such as antimicrobial resistance as well as supporting patients and healthcare systems during COVID-19 endemic state. With our portfolio of novel antibiotics, antifungals and anti-virals, we support healthcare professionals both at hospital and primary care levels.
What can I achieve and what will I be accountable for whilst completing a placement at Pfizer?
Pfizer provides you with the opportunity to work with experts in the pharmaceutical industry and has a wealth of opportunities across a variety of departments. Through working in a busy marketing environment, you can look forward to developing critical business skills and being a valued team player. These skills will include internal and external stakeholder management, multi-tasking through working on a variety of projects, commercial and business acumen and the opportunity for leadership by owning specific projects.
The marketing team offers a unique opportunity to gain comprehension and learning in the world of anti-infective products. We have a hugely diverse portfolio and a wide-ranging customer base. Our team offers the chance to get involved in all areas of the marketing mix, but with a heavy weighting to commercial strategy, supply management and customer engagement.
Pfizer also offers a diverse environment, which allows employees numerous opportunities to grow and develop. This is a great chance to be part of the bigger picture, and to assist in ensuring Pfizer maintains a strong and diverse workforce as well as developing a talent pipeline of future Pfizer colleagues. It is also a fantastic way to obtain a better comprehension of the pharma industry and the type of roles it has to offer.
Other tasks will include:
- Creating brand materials to communicate, to predominantly a Healthcare Professional audience, up to date scientific data through multi-channel approaches
- Develop patient support materials and partner on the creation of disease awareness campaigns
- Involvement in team-based projects with the Marketing & relevant field teams
- Assisting/leading the marketing team with material development and approval
- Leading/supporting omnichannel activities to improve customer experience and support brands strategic imperatives
- Congress and medical education logistics
- Detailed supply management to maintain the supply of critical medicines
- Project Implementation
- Budget tracking
- Getting involved with strategic and tactical planning for different brands
- Gaining experience with launching a novel antibiotic
- Leading/supporting projects for anti-microbial stewardship
What other opportunities and benefits do Pfizer offer?
- A number of training courses will be available to you during the year
- You may be asked to attend offsite events and meetings throughout the year
- There is a possibility that you will be asked to accompany the brand teams to national conference
- There will be opportunities to volunteer in the community during the placement
- You will gain a fantastic overview of how the business works with opportunities to learn about other areas that may interest you
When can I start?
Placements will start on 1st September 2025 and will run for 12 months.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Type of person we are looking for, in relation to ‘Skills’, ‘Knowledge’ and ‘Motivation’:
- Completing placement as part of University Degree either through Year In Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year
- Strong communication and interactive skills
- Computer literacy skills
- Team player
- Ambitious and passionate
- String presentation skills
- Self-motivated and organised
- Desire to learn how commercial business works
- Some knowledge of digital marketing is preferable
As a reminder…….
Who can apply?
Applicants must be completing placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year.
This position will close for applications on 10th November 2024.
Please note that we only accept application forms. Please do not send over your CV or cover letter as they will not be considered.
Please access the Word version of the Application Form here: Undergraduate Vacancies | Pfizer UK and find instructions as to how to complete your application and more about eligibility criteria.
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Purpose
Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are apatient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.
Digital Transformation Strategy
One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.
Flexibility
We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self.Let’s start the conversation!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.
DisAbility Confident
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments necessary to support your application and future career. Our mission is unleashing the power of our people, especially those with unique superpowers. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!
Support ServicesPfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer.