Co-op: Clinical Development - Patient Advocacy and Medical Affairs

Company Overview:

Prime Medicine is a leading biotechnology company dedicated to creating and delivering the next generation of gene editing therapies to patients. The Company is leveraging its proprietary Prime Editing platform, a versatile, precise and efficient gene editing technology, to develop a new class of differentiated, one-time, potentially curative genetic therapies. Designed to make only the right edit at the right position within a gene while minimizing unwanted DNA modifications, Prime Editors have the potential to repair almost all types of genetic mutations and work in many different tissues, organs and cell types.  

Prime Medicine is currently progressing a diversified portfolio of investigational therapeutic programs organized around our core areas of focus: hematology, immunology & oncology, liver and lung. Across each core area, Prime Medicine is focused initially on a set of high value programs, each targeting a disease with well-understood biology and a clearly defined clinical development and regulatory path, and each expected to provide the foundation for expansion into additional opportunities. For more information, please visit www.primemedicine.com.

Co-op: Clinical Development - Patient Advocacy and Medical Affairs

Location: Cambridge, MA

Co-Op Assignment Overview

Prime Medicine is seeking a co-op student to join the Patient Advocacy and Medical Affairs team. This individual will support efforts to build strong relationships with patient communities and collaborate with patient advocacy organizations across Prime’s therapeutic programs. The co-op will contribute to initiatives that integrate the patient perspective into clinical and regulatory strategy. The role will also provide exposure to core medical affairs activities, including conference and publication planning, Key Opinion Leader (KOL) engagement, and clinical study support as it relates to patient engagement. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, thoughtful, and collaborative, with the ability to engage respectfully with internal and external stakeholders. They will have a strong interest in rare diseases, genetic medicines, and advancing patient-focused drug development.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support Prime Medicine’s patient advocacy strategy and “Patients First” initiatives across therapeutic programs
• Conduct landscape research on patient advocacy organizations, rare disease communities, and relevant stakeholder groups
• Assist in preparing educational materials for patient communities related to genetic medicines and clinical development
• Assist in planning and preparation for Patient Advisory Boards, and synthesis of key insights to help inform patient engagement and clinical development strategies.
• Draft responses to patient and caregiver inquiries, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant communication.

• Assist with KOL engagement, conference/publication and external presentation planning activities as needed.

• Participate in cross-functional meetings to gain exposure to clinical strategy, regulatory planning, and stakeholder engagement

 

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a B.S. or B.A. in Public Health, Biology, or Health Sciences field
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work both independently and within a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework in medical sciences or familiarity with medical terminology
• Interest in rare diseases, genetic therapies, or patient engagement
• Exposure to scientific communication, public health, advocacy, or healthcare policy
• Basic understanding of clinical trials and drug development processes

 

The pay range reflects the full-time base salary range we expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. Base pay will be determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, and education. This role is eligible for an annual short-term incentive award (e.g., bonus) and an annual long-term incentive award (e.g., equity).

Prime Medicine offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package with robust health, financial, and wellness benefits—including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) match, and equity programs—along with generous paid time off, wellness days, and company-wide recharge breaks.

Our commitment to employee well-being reflects our belief that when we care for our people, we strengthen our ability to put patients first and make meaningful impact together.

U.S. Pay Range$23—$29 USD

Prime Medicine is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.