Scholar Rock – Global Scientific Communications Postdoctoral Research Fellow

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, Scholar Rock is offering a two-year Global Scientific Communications fellowship, based in Cambridge, MA.

Scholar Rock’s Global Scientific Communications Fellowship is a two-year program that provides PharmD graduates with comprehensive, hands‑on experience in medical affairs. This fellowship offers the unique opportunity to develop deep expertise in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a rare neuromuscular disease, as well as gain exposure to Scholar Rock’s broader neuromuscular pipeline of innovative therapies. Through core areas such as medical communications, publications, medical information, and congress planning, the fellow will engage in global cross-functional collaboration, contribute to the communication of emerging science, and support the strategic dissemination of data that advances patient care worldwide.

Through a phased training model, the program emphasizes both foundational knowledge and leadership development to prepare fellows for a successful career in the pharmaceutical industry.

• Develop deep expertise in the principles and practices of scientific and medical communications.
• Understand the strategic role of communications in product lifecycle management.
• Gain experience working in a global cross‑functional matrix environment.
• Enhance project management, critical thinking, and scientific writing skills, while strengthening leadership, team building, and a sense of ownership and accountability.
• Build a professional network within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry.
• Develop a broad understanding of the biotechnology industry landscape, including drug development processes and organizational dynamics.

The Fellow will focus on building a strong foundation in scientific communications by working across key functional areas: medical communications, publications planning and execution, medical information, and congress strategy and execution.

Please Note:

The following are examples of responsibilities associated with this fellowship and are not limited to the items listed. Specific projects and deliverables may evolve based on organizational priorities, fellow interest, and business needs.

• Contribute to the development of scientifically accurate, balanced, and engaging content to support effective communication for healthcare professionals across the therapeutic area.
• Assist in the creation of medical education initiatives such as scientific symposia, field medical decks, infographics, and other educational materials designed for external engagement.

• Gain experience in strategic publication planning by participating in publication team meetings, helping define timelines, and ensuring alignment with broader medical communication objectives.
• Collaborate with internal and external authors on the development of manuscripts, abstracts, and posters for submission to peer‑reviewed journals and major medical congresses.

• Support the development, review and…