Cytokinetics is a late-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing first-in-class muscle activators and next-in-class muscle inhibitors as potential treatments for debilitating diseases in which muscle performance is compromised and/or declining. As a leader in muscle biology and the mechanics of muscle performance, the company is developing small molecule drug candidates specifically engineered to impact muscle function and contractility. We take a purpose-driven approach by leveraging our unique muscle biology expertise to engineer compounds with specific characteristics aimed at treating diseases that impact muscle function, like heart failure, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, ALS and SMA.

At Cytokinetics we are dedicated to supporting the next generation of biotech professionals through our annual Cytokinetics Internship Program. We believe that investing in enthusiastic students and recent graduates brings fresh perspectives and insights to our teams and we take pride in providing opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects. Through our Internship Program we aim to provide a challenging and rewarding experience to build a strong foundation for a career in the biopharmaceutical industry.

This is a paid internship at our South San Francisco headquarters. The program is for approximately 10-12 weeks beginning in late May/early June.

We are seeking a highly motivated Intern to join our Medical Affairs group at Cytokinetics. Knowledgeable mentors will provide guidance for a dynamic professional hands-on experience.  The Medical Affairs Intern will have a unique perspective into the benefits of working within a smaller biopharmaceutical company, high visibility within the company, and exposure to a broad range of Medical Affairs activities.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in cross-functional committees to understand how Medical Affairs supports multiple functions (including, Commercial Development, Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, etc.).
• Develop knowledge of disease, epidemiology, and market landscape in one or more of Cytokinetics’ therapeutic areas.
• Apply medical and scientific knowledge, experience, and skills to support medical strategies for Cytokinetics’ compounds.
• Actively participate in and contribute to Medical Affairs projects and initiatives as follows:
• Assist in the development of medical and scientific materials, e.g., literature repository, medical educational slide decks, etc., to be used by R&D personnel.
• Participate in planning for coverage of national medical meetings. Support the collection, assessment, and communication of key medical insights from meetings to the broader Cytokinetics organization.
• Contribute to the retrieval, analysis, and interpretation of scientific literature.
• Assist in development of medical information documents such as standard response letters to external healthcare professionals and FAQs.
• Contribute to other Medical Affairs projects as determined by business needs.
• Develop an understanding of the structure of and roles within a biopharmaceutical company and of the drug development process.
• Along with other Cytokinetic Summer Interns, develop a research project and present results through a poster session to the Cytokinetics organization.

Qualifications:

• Must be a graduate level student currently enrolled at an accredited institution in an advanced degree program in pharmacy, medicine, or other healthcare / life science curriculum with at least 1 or 2 years completed.
• Must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA (B average).
• Proficient in Microsoft programs including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrates initiative and the ability to maintain a high level of productivity with minimal supervision.
• Must be deadline driven and have a high level of organizational and planning skills.
• Proven ability to work well in teams and effectively manage multiple assignments and activities simultaneously.
• Exhibits strong analytical, problem-solving, and oral and written communication skills including the ability to present ideas clearly and concisely.
• Excellent ability in searching medical literature and interpreting scientific / clinical trial data.
• A desire to be part of an innovative company aimed at improving the lives of people with serious diseases.

Now is the perfect time for you to consider an Internship at Cytokinetics where you can put all of your skills to maximum use. When applying, please provide your spring break and summer availability.

Cytokinetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer