Co-op, Neuropsychiatry Strategy & Operations
Biogen
Summary
This application is for a 6-month student role from January - June 2027. Resume review begins in October 2026. The US Neuropsychiatry Strategy & Operations Co-op will support the US Neuropsychiatry Franchise to ensure that the Franchise is best positioned to deliver on its strategy and business priorities and drive operational excellence in support of the only FDA-approved oral treatment for Postpartum Depression (PPD).
Job description
This individual will have two primary responsibilities: Manage development and implementation of key strategic initiatives both cross-functionally within the Franchise and cross-alliance with our collaboration partners. Drive operational excellence from a top-down executive leadership perspective, by ensuring seamless bridge between team level accomplishments and activities and executive level communications. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to commercial strategy, launch excellence, executive communications, and cross-functional leadership.
What You’ll Do
- Establish and maintain a prioritized portfolio of key strategic initiatives for the US Neuropsychiatry Franchise in close collaboration with the cross-functional leadership team to optimize how the Franchise delivers on its strategic objectives.
- Act as an expert consultant to help advise and guide these projects to ensure consistency and strategic coordination in their execution.
- Support development of executive level presentations for launch progress updates, business reviews, investor relations events to be shared with North America Leadership Team, Executive Committee, and Board of Directors.
- This individual will take ownership for leading at least one critical strategic initiative.
- The individual will present the readout of the initiative to the Neuropsych Leadership Team and key cross-functional partners, as appropriate.
- The strategic initiative will be identified based on the Franchise strategic priorities upon hiring.
Who You Are
You are a high-performing, purpose-driven individual with strong strategic thinking skills who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You have demonstrated ability to manage complex workstreams in a cross-functional team environment.
Qualifications
- Effective problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to forge relationships, work in a hands-on collaborative fashion, and influence across functional lines both internally and externally
- Ability to roll up sleeves and take on challenges; whatever-it-takes mindset
- Resilient, self-directed, highly motivated, and passionate individual, with track record of consistent delivery on commitments
- Strong project management skills, comfortable managing multiple and varied projects at one time, and prioritizing accordingly based on urgent issues
- Works with a sense of urgency, efficiency, and attention to detail
To participate in the Biogen Internship or Co-op Program, students must meet the following eligibility criteria: Legal authorization to work in the U.S. At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date. Currently enrolled in an accredited community college, college, university or skills program/apprenticeship.
Education Requirements
Currently pursuing an MBA.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing an MBA
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
- At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date
- Currently enrolled in an accredited community college, college, university or skills program/apprenticeship
- Effective problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to forge relationships, work in a hands-on collaborative fashion, and influence across functional lines both internally and externally
- Ability to roll up sleeves and take on challenges; whatever-it-takes mindset
- Resilient, self-directed, highly motivated, and passionate individual, with track record of consistent delivery on commitments
- Strong project management skills, comfortable managing multiple and varied projects at one time, and prioritizing accordingly based on urgent issues
- Works with a sense of urgency, efficiency, and attention to detail
Benefits
- Company paid holidays
- Commuter benefits
- Employee Resource Groups participation
- 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Company overview
Founded in 1978, Biogen is a leading global biotechnology company headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, specializing in the development and commercialization of innovative therapies for serious neurological and neurodegenerative diseases. As one of the oldest independent biotechnology companies in the United States, Biogen has established itself as a pioneer in neuroscience, focusing on difficult-to-treat conditions where few or no treatment options exist. The company's portfolio includes groundbreaking treatments for multiple sclerosis, spinal muscular atrophy, Alzheimer's disease, ALS, and Friedreich's ataxia. With approximately 7,000 employees worldwide, Biogen operates through a global network that includes research and development hubs in Cambridge, Research Triangle Park in North Carolina, and South San Francisco, along with world-class manufacturing facilities in the United States and Switzerland. The company's commitment to scientific innovation is demonstrated by its Nobel Prize-winning founders and its receipt of the U.S. National Medal of Technology and Innovation. Biogen's patient-centric approach drives its mission to deliver transformative medicines that improve lives while creating sustainable value for shareholders and communities.