What are the responsibilities and job description for the Alnylam Pharmaceuticals-Global Medical Affairs TTR Postdoctoral Research Fellow position at Northeastern University?
About The Opportunity
About the Opportunity
Northeastern University Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowships Program is a two-year experiential program designed to advance lifelong learning and the education and training of Pharm.D. graduates. A key element of the program’s success is preparing Fellows to meet evolving workforce needs across various sectors of the pharmaceutical industry.
Fellows have the opportunity to work closely with our innovative biopharmaceutical industry partners, while engaging with Northeastern University faculty in professional and career development, teaching, service, and scholarly activities.
In partnership with Northeastern University, Alnylam Pharmaceuticals is offering a two-year Global Medical Affairs TTR fellowship, based in Cambridge, MA.
About Alnylam
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: ALNY) has led the translation of RNA interference (RNAi) into a whole new class of innovative medicines with the potential to transform the lives of people afflicted with rare and more prevalent diseases. Based on Nobel Prize-winning science, RNAi therapeutics represent a powerful, clinically validated approach to treating diseases at their genetic source by “interfering” with mRNA that cause or contribute to disease. Since our founding in 2002, Alnylam has led the RNAi Revolution and continues to turn scientific possibility into reality.
Our culture: Our people-first culture is guided by our core values: fiercely innovative, open culture, purposeful urgency, passion for excellence, and commitment to people, and these values influence how we work and the business decisions we make. Thanks to feedback from our employees over the years, we’ve been fortunate to be named a top employer around the world. Alnylam is extremely proud to have been recognized as the #1 Large Employer by Boston Globe Top Places to Work in 2023 for the third consecutive year, one of Science Magazine’s Top Biopharma Employers, one of America's Most Responsible Companies for 2024 by Newsweek, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in Canada, France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, and UK – among others.
At Alnylam, we commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equal employment opportunity. We are dedicated to building an environment where employees can feel that they belong, can bring their authentic selves to work, and achieve to their full potential. By empowering employees to embrace their unique differences at work, our business grows stronger with advanced and original thinking, allowing us to bring groundbreaking medicines to patients. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ethnicity, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics prohibited by law.
Responsibilities
Overview
The Medical Affairs organization at Alnylam plays a leading role in supporting pipeline assets, in preparing for launch, and supporting commercially available products, as we advance medicines for patients who have limited or inadequate treatment options. The Global Medical Affairs (GMA) TTR team is responsible for developing and driving the global medical strategy across the transthyretin (TTR) amyloidosis franchise at Alnylam. The team plays a central role in shaping the strategy across evidence generation, external engagement, and scientific communications, ensuring strong alignment between the Global and Regional/Local level. Additionally, GMA TTR serves as a key connector between internal stakeholders and the broader external medical and scientific community. The PharmD Fellow will gain hands-on experience contributing to global strategic initiatives in a highly cross-functional setting, collaborating with colleagues across Global and Regional Medical, Commercial, and Clinical Development. This role offers an opportunity to gain exposure to the strategic and operational aspects of medical affairs in a dynamic, late-stage and commercialized product setting.
Key Responsibilities
Additional Information
Applicants should submit the following application materials by the priority deadline of October 31, 2025:
PharmDFellowships@northeastern.edu By November 21, 2025. LOR Writers Must Include The Candidate’s Name And The Fellowship Program(s) In The Subject Line (e.g., Smith, John – Alnylam, GSK). Address Cover Letter And Letters Of Recommendation To
J. Andrew Orr-Skirvin, PharmD, BCOP
Clinical Professor, Department of Pharmacy & Health Systems Sciences Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowship Program Director
360 Huntington Ave, 140 The Fenway R218 Boston, MA 02115
Position Type
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type
108S
Expected Hiring Range
$59,425.00 - $83,935.00
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
About the Opportunity
Northeastern University Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowships Program is a two-year experiential program designed to advance lifelong learning and the education and training of Pharm.D. graduates. A key element of the program’s success is preparing Fellows to meet evolving workforce needs across various sectors of the pharmaceutical industry.
Fellows have the opportunity to work closely with our innovative biopharmaceutical industry partners, while engaging with Northeastern University faculty in professional and career development, teaching, service, and scholarly activities.
In partnership with Northeastern University, Alnylam Pharmaceuticals is offering a two-year Global Medical Affairs TTR fellowship, based in Cambridge, MA.
About Alnylam
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals (Nasdaq: ALNY) has led the translation of RNA interference (RNAi) into a whole new class of innovative medicines with the potential to transform the lives of people afflicted with rare and more prevalent diseases. Based on Nobel Prize-winning science, RNAi therapeutics represent a powerful, clinically validated approach to treating diseases at their genetic source by “interfering” with mRNA that cause or contribute to disease. Since our founding in 2002, Alnylam has led the RNAi Revolution and continues to turn scientific possibility into reality.
Our culture: Our people-first culture is guided by our core values: fiercely innovative, open culture, purposeful urgency, passion for excellence, and commitment to people, and these values influence how we work and the business decisions we make. Thanks to feedback from our employees over the years, we’ve been fortunate to be named a top employer around the world. Alnylam is extremely proud to have been recognized as the #1 Large Employer by Boston Globe Top Places to Work in 2023 for the third consecutive year, one of Science Magazine’s Top Biopharma Employers, one of America's Most Responsible Companies for 2024 by Newsweek, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in Canada, France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, and UK – among others.
At Alnylam, we commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equal employment opportunity. We are dedicated to building an environment where employees can feel that they belong, can bring their authentic selves to work, and achieve to their full potential. By empowering employees to embrace their unique differences at work, our business grows stronger with advanced and original thinking, allowing us to bring groundbreaking medicines to patients. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ethnicity, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics prohibited by law.
Responsibilities
Overview
The Medical Affairs organization at Alnylam plays a leading role in supporting pipeline assets, in preparing for launch, and supporting commercially available products, as we advance medicines for patients who have limited or inadequate treatment options. The Global Medical Affairs (GMA) TTR team is responsible for developing and driving the global medical strategy across the transthyretin (TTR) amyloidosis franchise at Alnylam. The team plays a central role in shaping the strategy across evidence generation, external engagement, and scientific communications, ensuring strong alignment between the Global and Regional/Local level. Additionally, GMA TTR serves as a key connector between internal stakeholders and the broader external medical and scientific community. The PharmD Fellow will gain hands-on experience contributing to global strategic initiatives in a highly cross-functional setting, collaborating with colleagues across Global and Regional Medical, Commercial, and Clinical Development. This role offers an opportunity to gain exposure to the strategic and operational aspects of medical affairs in a dynamic, late-stage and commercialized product setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Support development of the integrated global medical strategy for Alnylam's TTR franchise, including contribution to the Integrated Evidence Plan (IEP)
- Synthesize internal and external insights to inform strategic planning and evidence generation
- Support external engagement strategy and execution, including for congresses and advisory boards
- Contribute to the development and planning of scientific platforms, communications and training materials, data dissemination, and other global medical resources
- Collaborate with internal partners across Global and Regional Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, and Commercial to align on global priorities and execute cross-functional initiatives
- Participate in medical review of materials to ensure scientific accuracy and compliance
- Support the development of training materials and internal scientific resources for medical teams
- Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited institution
- Eligible for pharmacist licensure in the State of Massachusetts
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong time management and leadership abilities
- Ability to work independently and take initiative on a variety of projects at both the industry site and
Additional Information
Applicants should submit the following application materials by the priority deadline of October 31, 2025:
- Curriculum vitae (CV), uploaded
- Unofficial PharmD transcripts, uploaded
- Cover letter, uploaded
PharmDFellowships@northeastern.edu By November 21, 2025. LOR Writers Must Include The Candidate’s Name And The Fellowship Program(s) In The Subject Line (e.g., Smith, John – Alnylam, GSK). Address Cover Letter And Letters Of Recommendation To
J. Andrew Orr-Skirvin, PharmD, BCOP
Clinical Professor, Department of Pharmacy & Health Systems Sciences Pharmaceutical Industry Fellowship Program Director
360 Huntington Ave, 140 The Fenway R218 Boston, MA 02115
Position Type
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type
108S
Expected Hiring Range
$59,425.00 - $83,935.00
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
Salary : $59,425 - $83,935
