Job Specifications
Why Join Us?
Be a hero for our rare disease patients
At Ultragenyx, we fundamentally believe that taking real impactful action to care for the needs of patients and our people is always the right thing to do. To achieve this goal, our vision is to lead the future of rare disease medicine. For us, this means going where other biopharma companies won’t go – challenging the status quo and creating a new model that advances our field so more patients and caregivers can benefit from life-changing treatments. We do this by following the science, applying a novel rapid development approach, making innovative medicines at fair and reasonable prices, and creating a collaborative ecosystem to reach patients in ways that are most meaningful for them.
Our commitment and care for patients extends to our people, so culture is an essential cornerstone for Ultragenyx. We remain continuously focused on creating a supportive and inclusive environment of profound learning and growth – so employees can thrive in all areas of their lives, in and outside of work. Ultimately, we want to be an organization where we would be proud for our family, friends and children to work.
If you want to have a meaningful impact, do the best work of your career, and grow a lot, both professionally and personally, come join our team.
Position Summary:
ultraimpact – Make a difference for those who need it most
This internship is a unique opportunity for an undergraduate student to learn about the use of Clinical Outcomes Assessments (COAs) and qualitative interviews to characterize the impact of rare diseases and the effect of interventions on patients and their families. Final project will be an abstract and poster for internal presentation and submission to a rare disease conference and a first draft of a manuscript for submission to a rare disease or pediatric journal.
Work Model:
Remote: Officially documented as working full-time from home, with travel to Ultragenyx's offices or other locations on occasion as needed.
Responsibilities:
Conduct literature reviews to identify publications on the diagnostic journey, clinical presentation, assessment and management of children with a rare disease.
Review interview transcripts to gain insight into the disease from the perspective of a caregiver.
Learn about the structure and content of abstracts, poster presentations and manuscripts.
Review, analyze and interpret cross-sectional, observational data from a cohort of patients.
Develop draft abstract, poster presentation and manuscript.
Requirements:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or medical field, with at least one year of coursework completed. MS and PharmD students are also eligible.
Enrolled as a full-time student with plans to return to school in the fall term
Able to work 35 hours/week – flexible schedule
Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office Suite
Strong organizational skills
Attention to detail
Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to write clearly and effectively
Capable of completing assigned responsibilities and keeping manager informed of work status.
U.S. Hourly Wage Range:
$22.00-$40.00 per hour. The estimated hourly range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered will depend on the candidate’s school year/level.
Full Time employees across the globe enjoy a range of benefits, including, but not limited to:
Generous vacation time and public holidays observed by the company
Volunteer days
Long term incentive and Employee stock purchase plans or equivalent offerings
Employee wellbeing benefits
Fitness reimbursement
Tuition sponsoring
Professional development plans
Benefits vary by region and country
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital and veteran status, and any other status or classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for all protected statuses or classifications protected by applicable law, including individuals with disabilities, disabled veterans, for pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, and based on sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants can request an accommodation prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, you may contact Talent Acquisition by emailing us at talentacquisition@ultragenyx.com.
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About the Company
Leading with purpose. Every day.
“Ultragenyx was founded to advance innovative medicines for rare and ultrarare diseases that have never been treated before. We are delivering transformative therapies across multiple indications, and we have one of the most robust and diverse clinical pipelines in rare disease. Our focus is on doing the right things for patients both during development and commercialization to deliver on the promise of these therapies in a way that's meaningful for rare disease communities.”
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