Medical Communications Research Fellow

Medical Communications Research Fellow Location:Remote, Pennsylvania, United States of America Category:Pharmacy & Clinical widget:Full time Posted Date:August 18th 2025 Job ID:R2514832 About Cencora Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today! Job Details Cencora is looking for up to 2 Medical Communications Fellows to join the organization at our headquarters in Conshohocken, PA. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: This 2-year, degree-granting Fellowship, sponsored by Cencora, in conjunction with the University of Florida College of Pharmacy, provides a unique research, medical writing, and education experience in a healthcare consulting environment. The Fellow will work on numerous projects in various disease areas, and interact with many of the top pharmaceutical companies, managed care organizations, and healthcare providers throughout the United States and abroad. During the Fellowship, professionals from Cencora will mentor the Fellow in multiple consulting projects with a focus on medical writing and medical communications. This Fellowship places an emphasis on review and evaluation of the medical literature and the healthcare landscape, with the intent of developing various stakeholder communication pieces, including Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP) Format formulary dossiers, global value dossiers, scientific publications (eg, posters and manuscripts), and field-based scientific slide decks. In addition, training will be provided on how to systematically review the literature and conduct either qualitative or quantitative analyses. At the conclusion of the Fellowship, a driven Fellow will possess the skills and knowledge necessary to enter a successful career in a consulting firm, pharmaceutical company, managed care organization, or academia. In addition, the Fellow will earn a Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Outcomes and Policy through the University of Florida College of Pharmacy, with an emphasis in Pharmaceutical Value Communications. If desired, the Fellow will also have the option to earn an MBA degree through Stetson University, in conjunction with the University of Florida MS degree. Fellowship Goals and Objectives: To provide the Fellow with training and experience in medical writing, as well as in verbal and written scientific communications To enhance the Fellow’s knowledge of literature searching, critical evaluation of study design, and health outcomes research methodologies To provide the Fellow with training and experience in data analysis, report writing and presentation of results To develop an understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturers’ business and how companies interact with consulting firms to meet their business objectives To gain relevant didactic training by completing online coursework through the University of Florida College of Pharmacy Core Competencies: Business Insights Collaborates Communicates Effectively Customer Focus Decision Quality Drives for Results Ensure Accountability Functional Knowledge Manages Ambiguity Manages Complexity Minimum Skills and Requirements: Although not required, applicable experience, such as consulting and/or pharmaceutical industry experience is preferred. Strong interest in medical writing desired. Minimum cumulative pharmacy school GPA of 3.0 Application Requirements: Letter of Intent/Cover Letter (up to 1 page) addressed to Bridgette Schroader Curriculum Vitae/Resume with inclusion of current pharmacy school GPA Selection Process Candidates will be selected by our Fellowship Selection Committee from a national pool of individuals who possess a strong interest in medical writing and medical communications. Although not required, applicable experience, such as an internship in a related field, is preferred. A successful candidate must have earned a PharmD from an Accreditation Counsel for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited college of pharmacy before June 15, 2026 or equivalent experience. US citizenship or lawful permanent resident status is required. Letters of recommendation and unofficial pharmacy school transcripts are not required for requesting an interview with Cencora, these documents will instead be collected at a later time from select candidates advancing to the final interview stage. Cencora is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) with an excellent compensation package including competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. During the Fellowship, Cencora provides tuition for all required classes. For additional information, please visit: https://www.xcenda.com/careers-student-programs https://onlinepop.pharmacy.ufl.edu/programs/degrees-and-certificates/masters-degree https://onlinepop.pharmacy.ufl.edu/programs/degrees-and-certificates/ms-mba-option Please direct any questions to: PharmD.Programs@xcenda.com What Cencora offers We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members’ ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more. For details, visit https://www.virtualfairhub.com/cencora Full time Equal Employment Opportunity Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law. The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory. Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email hrsc@cencora.com. 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