6 Month University Industrial Placement Student (UIPS): Market Access Intern 

Location: College Business & Technology Park, Blanchardstown, Dublin - Ireland 

€21,500 Base Salary & Flexible Benefits

Do you want to be part of a team of supportive, collaborative and likeminded peers to develop your expertise? Then Astra Zeneca might be the one for you! 

About AstraZeneca: 

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-centred biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than a global leading pharmaceutical company. At AstraZeneca, we‘re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and fuel your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. 

Since 2013, Astra Zeneca’s facility in Blanchardstown (Alexion), Dublin has served as the Company’s Global Supply Chain and Operations headquarters. The site, which will be home to a large-scale biologics manufacturing facility, is also used to house packaging and testing operations in support of our Global Manufacturing network. 

About the University Industrial Placement Student (UIPS) Programme: 

Market Access play a critical role in making our pipeline accessible to patients. Working with new drugs and ever-changing environment, it's crucial that we remain flexible and create smart decisions to ensure no patient is left behind. 

Join a Truly Inclusive and Supportive International Team.   

As an AstraZeneca placement student, there is a huge network of support available to you. You’ll have a dedicated supervisor, a supportive early talent peer network, and a variety of Employee Resource Groups you can join. 

We help and empower each other, and our supervisors are committed to providing you with all the guidance and support you need to build your skills, confidence and capabilities. 

Whatever your background and experience, you'll be welcomed and encouraged to speak up, ask questions and share knowledge. You will be a valued part of an international team of truly supportive, collaborative and inclusive individuals.  

Are you ready to explore this exciting next step in your career? Apply today! 

About the Opportunity: 

The role broadly includes the following key activities and development opportunities: 

Support Market Access Manager in development of Rapid Reviews and Health Technology Assessments. 

Assist in the submission of new medicine horizon scanning. 

Actively participate at Market Access Steering Team meetings. 

Work cross-functionally with Medical, Commercial, and other functions to ensure achievement of AZ’s Market Access objectives. 

Develop and maintain a high level of understanding of the market access environment in Ireland. 

Qualification, Skills & Experience 

Required: 

Scientific or Health Economics Graduate Degree or equivalent

Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. 

Strong communication and presentation skills. 

Able to work under pressure and meet challenging deadlines with strong planning and organisation skills 

Ability to see opportunities, learn, and apply that learning to drive innovation 

Good collaboration and teamworking skills 

Applications Open: 18th November 2024 

Applications Close: Midnight 1st December 2024

Virtual Interview Day:8th and 9th January 2025

Start Date: week commencing 12th May 2025

This position is a 6-month fixed term contract.  

AstraZeneca is proud to be ranked as a Top 100 ‘Best Student Employer’ in the UK by RateMyPlacement. Browse our reviews here (link) 

Why AstraZeneca?  

At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial - finding those moments and recognising their potential. Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organisation to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means we’re opening new ways to work, pioneering cutting-edge methods and bringing unexpected teams together. Interested? Come and join our journey. 

Where can I find out more? 

Our Social Media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/  

Inclusion & Diversity: https://careers.astrazeneca.com/inclusion-diversity 

Career Site: https://careers.astrazeneca.com/ 

Date Posted

18-Nov-2024

Closing Date

01-Dec-2024

Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.