INTERN - Patient Engagement

ppSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert: /p pBusiness Area: RD, Pharmacovigilance Regulatory Affairs /p pContract Type: Temporary /p pLocation: PARMA, IT /p pbAbout us /b /p pBased in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused pharmaceutical and healthcare group with over 90 years’ experience, operating in 31 countries with more than 7,000 employees (Chiesi Group). To achieve its mission of improving people’s quality of life by acting responsibly towards society and the environment, the Group researches, develops and markets innovative drugs in its main therapeutic areas: Discover more here /p pWe are proud to have been awarded with bB Corp Certification /b, a recognition of bhigh social and environmental standards /b. We are a breliable /b company that adopts and promotes a btransparent and ethical behavior /b at all levels. /p pWe believe that the success of bChiesi is built and shaped by our people and our strong set of shared Values and Behaviors /b. Our people make a critical difference to our success, which is why it is vital that we attract and retain the right talent who will continue to enrich our culture by living and breathing our values and behaviors. /p pWe are committed to bembrace diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities. /b In fact, we are a global family made up of different cultures, different genders, generations, ethnicities, abilities, sexual identities and many other enriching diversities. /p pbChiesi Research Development /b /p pOur RD team represents a fundamental asset for the business. It is divided into integrated functional areas focusing on pipeline projects including discovery and preclinical research, global technical development, drug delivery technology, clinical development, regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, intellectual property, quality assurance, RD project and portfolio management. Headquartered in the new purpose-built and fully integrated Research and Development Centre in Parma (Italy), the team also has important operations in Paris (France), Chippenham (UK), Cary (US), Stockholm (Sweden), Toronto (Canada) and Shanghai (China). /p pbWho we are looking for /b /p h3Context /h3 pChiesi is a global organization committed to advancing medical research and developing innovative therapies for the betterment of human health. Our Global Clinical Development team embodies this mission by integrating cutting‑edge science and incorporating the patient’s perspective to generate robust clinical evidence. We strive to enhance patients’ well‑being and quality of life through the continuous development of effective treatments. As one cohesive team, we work passionately to accelerate the delivery of therapeutic solutions, collaborating with patients, the medical community, and partners worldwide while embracing innovative and sustainable approaches. /p pPurpose of the role: /p pImproving the lives of patients through innovative clinical research. Effective treatments and improved outcomes rely on integrating patient feedback efficiently and in real time. From research to launch, we need to connect with patients, clinicians, and advocacy groups to accelerate our understanding of patient priorities, creating opportunities to solve unmet needs in new markets and developing activities to match patient values and priorities. /p pThe RD Patient Engagement Projects Intern will operate within the RD Patient Engagement team (PET), most members of which are based in Parma. We are looking for real team players, attracted to working in an international environment, organised, highly detail‑oriented, and motivated. Prior knowledge of rare diseases is not required. As part of the team, the intern will support the RD PET to maintain and increase awareness of Patient Engagement impact throughout the Chiesi AIR, RARE and CARE franchise projects at RD level and help in promoting the importance of clinical research for patients living with these diseases. /p h3Main Activities /h3 ul liSupport patient engagement internal website implementation (website content development, functionality, search optimization) with external provider /li liSupport in developing digital campaigns for clinical study website including design, tracking and optimization /li liIdentify and contribute to the implementation of global or regional initiatives for promoting innovation in clinical research that can enhance the study efficiency, data quality, and patient experience /li liDrive the implementation of DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) tactics and strategies in the assigned disease area/clinical study /li liAct as the main point of contact between RD Patient Engagement and internal functions (Clinical Programs, Clinical Operations, Patient Advocacy, Procurement, Communications, Public Affairs, Core Team, Regulatory Affairs, RD Departments, Legal Compliance) /li liMaintain relationships with patient engagement organizations /li liStay current with regulatory guidelines and industry trends related to patient engagement and innovation in clinical research /li liMap and update SOPs and KPIs to embed patient engagement in RD activities /li liSupport in budget management and cross‑functional teams as appropriate /li /ul h3Education /h3 pMaster degree in scientific or healthcare discipline or relevant field Business /Life Sciences /p h3Languages /h3 pFluent in English. A study experience abroad will be consider a plus /p h3Technical Skills /h3 ul liExcellent proficiency and experience with Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint) /li liBasic knowledge of clinical research operations across multiple study phases (Phase I‑IV) and GCP guidelines /li liBasic knowledge of project management /li liComprehensive understanding of drug development process /li liPassion for improving the lives of patients through innovative clinical research /li /ul h3Soft Skills /h3 ul liCustomer orientation /li liEmotional and social intelligence /li /ul h3Contract and Benefit /h3 p6 months internship /p pMonthly Reimbursement of 1000 Euros /p pMeal vouchers for each day of remote activities /p pFree access to internal canteen for lunch /p pFree shuttle reserved to Chiesi employees from railway station to Chiesi HQ and/or free pass to the urban public service /p pbWhat we offer /b /p pYou would join a dynamic, fast-growing, challenging and friendly environment. In Chiesi we firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, that is why we invest in continuous training, learning and development. Therefore, we strive to continuously promote and satisfy development needs, paying particular attention to the quality of our working environment and to collective well‑being. /p pWe want our people to come to work happy every day, and we know how important it is to find the right work‑life balance in order to be able to give our best. That is why we offer flexible working approach, remote working, support in the relocation process, tax assistance service for foreign colleagues and many other people‑care services. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr