Supports clinical site contracting for interventional trials, including contract and budget drafting, negotiations, legal-term analysis, regulatory requirements, process improvement, and contracting framework updates. The placement offers exposure to clinical development, study management, project management, legal counsel, and pharmaceutical operations. Candidates will also participate in training and may support STEM outreach activities.
Pfizer UK Undergraduate Programme 2027/2028
Global Site and Study Operations Contracting Undergraduate
Clinical Development and Operations, Global Site and Study Operations
Pfizer Research & Development
Who can apply?
Applicants must be completing a placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year.
Please note that we will only consider candidates who have applied by completing the Pfizer Placement Application Form. Candidates who do not complete and attach the application form will NOT be considered. You can download the Word version of the Application Form here: Undergraduate Vacancies | Pfizer UK and find instructions as to how to complete your application and more about eligibility criteria.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please see below!!
Department Overview
Site Contracting Strategy within Global Site and Study Operations (GSSO) is a global group which plays a key role in the conduct of clinical trials. There are three main areas of accountability:
• Drafting and negotiating contracts with clinical trial sites and investigators.
• Leading and participating in process and technology improvement projects with legal and other functional groups.
• Developing and maintaining the contracting framework and metrics to measure success.
• Updating, reviewing and conveying updates to contract templates.
In order to promote the development of new medicines the GSSO partners closely with other clinical and clinical operations team members, providing operational and technical expertise to promote the design and execution of clinical trials.
What can I achieve and what will I be accountable for whilst completing a placement at Pfizer?
In this role the successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop an in-depth comprehension of the key elements of the clinical site contracting. Through working in GSSO you will get hands-on experience in clinical contracting and how that impacts critical aspects of study execution across multiple therapeutic areas.
All successful applicants will have a part of their assignment in Clinical Site Contracting - working closely with an experienced Site Contracting Team Lead. The successful applicant will support the contract and budget drafting and negotiations with clinical trial sites and will be expected to develop a sound technical grasp of the key legal terms, budget concepts and regulatory requirements as they relate to contract negotiations and drafting on one or more interventional clinical trials, with the opportunity to work across multiple Therapeutic Areas. Applicants could also have a secondary assignment focusing on the functions within GSSO that support the studies, for example:
• Process support and continuous improvement projects: identifying lessons learned and best practices and using this information to improve processes for the future.
• Supporting mergers, acquisitions and divestitures.
What other opportunities and benefits do Pfizer offer?
GSSO partners closely with other functions within Pfizer and as such the successful candidate has the opportunity to gain insights into other core clinical development functions including:
• Project Management
• Clinical
• Global and Country Study Management
• Local and Global legal counsel
We aim to facilitate an awareness of other areas of the business across the course of the placement, to provide a rounded awareness of the pharmaceutical business.
Successful applicants will also have the opportunity to have access to an extensive library of training tools and participate in regular educational sessions.
Candidates will be offered participation in voluntary events such as STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) supported activities and are actively encouraged to get involved in delivering science demonstrations to school pupils as part of the Pfizer STEM outreach programme, at events like Science Fairs.
We also encourage membership to a Colleague Resource Group to promote diversity initiatives and influence our culture.
When can I start?
Placements will start on 1st September 2027 and will run for 12 months.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Type of person we are looking for, in relation to 'Skills', 'Knowledge' and 'Motivation':
• Completing placement as part of University Degree either through Year In Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year
• On target for a Legal Degree
• Self-motivated with ability to work freely
• Demonstrated effectiveness working as part of a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detail focused
• Solution oriented and good joint problem-solving abilities
• High IT literacy (in Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Basic understanding of AI tools and technologies, with curiosity and willingness to develop skills in this area.
As a reminder.......
Who can apply?
Applicants must be completing placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year.
This position will close for applications on 18th October 2026.
Please note that we only accept application forms. Please do not send over your CV or cover letter as they will not be considered.
Please access the Word version of the Application Form here: Undergraduate Vacancies | Pfizer UK and find instructions as to how to complete your application and more about eligibility criteria.
#LI-PFE
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
Purpose
Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.
Digital Transformation Strategy
One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.
Flexibility
We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let's start the conversation!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms - allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.
DisAbility Confident
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments necessary to support your application and future career. Our mission is unleashing the power of our people, especially those with unique superpowers. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!
To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers .
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Global Site and Study Operations Contracting Undergraduate
Clinical Development and Operations, Global Site and Study Operations
Pfizer Research & Development
Who can apply?
Applicants must be completing a placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year.
Please note that we will only consider candidates who have applied by completing the Pfizer Placement Application Form. Candidates who do not complete and attach the application form will NOT be considered. You can download the Word version of the Application Form here: Undergraduate Vacancies | Pfizer UK and find instructions as to how to complete your application and more about eligibility criteria.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please see below!!
Department Overview
Site Contracting Strategy within Global Site and Study Operations (GSSO) is a global group which plays a key role in the conduct of clinical trials. There are three main areas of accountability:
• Drafting and negotiating contracts with clinical trial sites and investigators.
• Leading and participating in process and technology improvement projects with legal and other functional groups.
• Developing and maintaining the contracting framework and metrics to measure success.
• Updating, reviewing and conveying updates to contract templates.
In order to promote the development of new medicines the GSSO partners closely with other clinical and clinical operations team members, providing operational and technical expertise to promote the design and execution of clinical trials.
What can I achieve and what will I be accountable for whilst completing a placement at Pfizer?
In this role the successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop an in-depth comprehension of the key elements of the clinical site contracting. Through working in GSSO you will get hands-on experience in clinical contracting and how that impacts critical aspects of study execution across multiple therapeutic areas.
All successful applicants will have a part of their assignment in Clinical Site Contracting - working closely with an experienced Site Contracting Team Lead. The successful applicant will support the contract and budget drafting and negotiations with clinical trial sites and will be expected to develop a sound technical grasp of the key legal terms, budget concepts and regulatory requirements as they relate to contract negotiations and drafting on one or more interventional clinical trials, with the opportunity to work across multiple Therapeutic Areas. Applicants could also have a secondary assignment focusing on the functions within GSSO that support the studies, for example:
• Process support and continuous improvement projects: identifying lessons learned and best practices and using this information to improve processes for the future.
• Supporting mergers, acquisitions and divestitures.
What other opportunities and benefits do Pfizer offer?
GSSO partners closely with other functions within Pfizer and as such the successful candidate has the opportunity to gain insights into other core clinical development functions including:
• Project Management
• Clinical
• Global and Country Study Management
• Local and Global legal counsel
We aim to facilitate an awareness of other areas of the business across the course of the placement, to provide a rounded awareness of the pharmaceutical business.
Successful applicants will also have the opportunity to have access to an extensive library of training tools and participate in regular educational sessions.
Candidates will be offered participation in voluntary events such as STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) supported activities and are actively encouraged to get involved in delivering science demonstrations to school pupils as part of the Pfizer STEM outreach programme, at events like Science Fairs.
We also encourage membership to a Colleague Resource Group to promote diversity initiatives and influence our culture.
When can I start?
Placements will start on 1st September 2027 and will run for 12 months.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Type of person we are looking for, in relation to 'Skills', 'Knowledge' and 'Motivation':
• Completing placement as part of University Degree either through Year In Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year
• On target for a Legal Degree
• Self-motivated with ability to work freely
• Demonstrated effectiveness working as part of a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detail focused
• Solution oriented and good joint problem-solving abilities
• High IT literacy (in Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Basic understanding of AI tools and technologies, with curiosity and willingness to develop skills in this area.
As a reminder.......
Who can apply?
Applicants must be completing placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year.
This position will close for applications on 18th October 2026.
Please note that we only accept application forms. Please do not send over your CV or cover letter as they will not be considered.
Please access the Word version of the Application Form here: Undergraduate Vacancies | Pfizer UK and find instructions as to how to complete your application and more about eligibility criteria.
#LI-PFE
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
Purpose
Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.
Digital Transformation Strategy
One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.
Flexibility
We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let's start the conversation!
Equal Employment Opportunity
We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms - allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.
DisAbility Confident
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments necessary to support your application and future career. Our mission is unleashing the power of our people, especially those with unique superpowers. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!
To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on Pfizer Careers .
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