15 October 2024
RCPCH is delighted to announce an exciting partnership with Vertex and the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Medicine on the Vertex Physicians in Pharma Programme (VPiPP). This unique, one-year work placement is for clinicians in training who wish to enrich their curriculum and knowledge by understanding and experiencing pharmaceutical medicine.
Applications are now closed
The Vertex Physician in Pharma Programme is offering a one year fully funded industry placement for paediatricians in training in 2025.
Aims of the programme
- Enhance clinicians’ awareness of the role and positive impact of pharmaceutical medicine on the advancement of clinical care and scientific knowledge
- Introduce qualified and motivated specialist clinicians to clinical trial development strategy and medical affairs work, developing strong and well-rounded future clinical or industry leaders
- Incorporate clinical/specialist perspective throughout life cycle management of existing or in development therapeutics
Who can apply
- MD/MBBS/MBChB
- Enrolled at recognised specialty training programme, ideally at ST3-ST6 level, utilising their OOPC (Out of Placement Career) year, or clinicians who have completed specialty training and are interested in a one-year work placement in industry.
- Preference would be given to candidates with expertise in the following areas: Endocrinology/Diabetology, Haematology, Nephrology and Neurology/Pain Management.
How to apply
Applications are now closed.
This is a competitive programme, and paediatricians in training interested in the VPiPP were encouraged to complete an online application form, with a one-page cover letter and your CV.