Pfizer UK Industrial Trainee Scheme 2015/2016

WW Research and Development Pharmtherapeutics Clinical Research

Human Genetics Industrial Trainee



DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

Pfizer is committed to discovering and developing new medicines based on compelling evidence from
human biology, and using this evidence to match the right treatment to the right patient this is the basis
of Precision Medicine. As part of this commitment, an integrated and multi-disciplinary Human Genetics
strategy has been developed to ensure optimal contribution of relevant human genetic data to decision
making in the discovery and development of new medicines. This strategy focuses on identifying,
generating, integrating and applying such data from several sources including from genetic, genomic,
biochemical, clinical, real-world, molecular, cellular and other studies to inform research and
development of new medicines in Pharmatherapeutics.

ROLE PURPOSE, MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The student will assist in research within the Human Genetics Group of Pharmatherapeutics Clinical
Research. Genes and gene variants robustly associated with the diseases we want to treat are a rational,
human biology-based starting point to discover and develop disease-modifying medicines. A thorough
review of genetic evidence is essential to determine the confidence in rationale for a target of
interest. The student will primarily work in the area of pain genetics, but may have opportunities to work
in other therapeutic areas including cardiovascular, metabolic, neurological, neurodegenerative and
immunological diseases.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Review of both literature and internal and external databases to collate and interpret genetic data
to support both clinical and exploratory programs
Communicate the findings with scientists at team meetings
Literature reviews of diseases of interest to the research units
Complete own project (one long term project or several shorter length projects)







Pfizer UK Industrial Trainee Scheme 2015/2016

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Type of person we are looking for in relation to Skills, Knowledge and Motivation
Studying for a degree with a significant Human Genetics component
A passion for the potential of applying human genetics in drug development
The ability to read, understand and review scientific literature
The confidence to work independently, and the willingness to work as part of a team
Good written and verbal communication skills
Good quantitative skills
Quick to learn, and a flexible approach to assigned activities



Interested candidates please apply through our website www.pfizercareers.com and select job
Human Genetics Industrial Trainee-1002422 until October 3
rd
2014.