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KOL Specialist jobs are open across pharma, medical devices, biotech, and life sciences, from entry-level to senior and manager, with specializations in medical affairs, scientific engagement, and thought leader development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Our Team, Your Impact
Embark on a future with an international pharmaceuticals company, contributing your creative energy to high-impact projects from the moment you arrive through the course of this 12 week experience. You will take part in meaningful work and real-life projects that will help you grow both professionally and personally throughout the program.
Location: Parsippany, NJ
Length: May 18, 2027 – August 6, 2027
Schedule: You must be available to work a 40-hour work week (onsite) for 12 weeks
Pay: $21.00-$27.00/hr. Rates will be based on your field of study and your academic year at the start of the internship.
Tasks & responsibilities
- During the 12-week program, you will gain in-depth insight into the Marketing department focusing on KOL Strategy & Congress Planning.
- Supported by a mentor and experienced colleagues, you will be directly involved in our daily business and be assigned tasks within diverse projects.
- You will also play an important role in the development of concepts and initiatives within the Innovative Medicines business unit.
- During this program you will work on the planning and execution of 2 - 3 initiatives involving engagement with Key Opinion Leaders in the Neuroscience and Psychiatry space.
Your Skills and Experience
- Currently enrolled in minimum of Bachelor's program. Marketing, Business, Life Science, Public Health programs preferred with strong academic performance and coursework exposure to marketing fundamentals, communications, healthcare systems, biology or pharmaceuticals preferred.
- Fundamental understanding and experience in (Analytical and Strategic thinking, Communication skills, and Organization and Execution, Problem Solving. Not expecting pharma experience but marketing exposure is a plus – marketing clubs, leadership, projects, market research, social media. Would like to see a genuine interest in healthcare, patient impact.
Salary Range
The hourly rate for this internship ranges from $21.00/hr- $27.00/hr. Rates will be based on your field of study and your academic year at the start of the internship.
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Teva’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment
Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, military status or status as a disabled or protected veteran, or any legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience. Request a reasonable accommodation by sending an email to AskHR@tevapharm.com with the nature of your request and your contact information. Only inquiries concerning a request for a reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Important notice to Employment Agencies - Please Read Carefully
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA does not accept unsolicited assistance from agencies for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.
We Are Teva
Our Team, Your Impact
Embark on a future with an international pharmaceuticals company, contributing your creative energy to high-impact projects from the moment you arrive through the course of this 12 week experience. You will take part in meaningful work and real-life projects that will help you grow both professionally and personally throughout the program.
Location: Parsippany, NJ
Length: May 18, 2027 – August 6, 2027
Schedule: You must be available to work a 40-hour work week (onsite) for 12 weeks
Pay: $21.00-$27.00/hr. Rates will be based on your field of study and your academic year at the start of the internship.
Tasks & responsibilities
- During the 12-week program, you will gain in-depth insight into the Marketing department focusing on KOL Strategy & Congress Planning.
- Supported by a mentor and experienced colleagues, you will be directly involved in our daily business and be assigned tasks within diverse projects.
- You will also play an important role in the development of concepts and initiatives within the Innovative Medicines business unit.
- During this program you will work on the planning and execution of 2 - 3 initiatives involving engagement with Key Opinion Leaders in the Neuroscience and Psychiatry space.
Your Skills and Experience
- Currently enrolled in minimum of Bachelor's program. Marketing, Business, Life Science, Public Health programs preferred with strong academic performance and coursework exposure to marketing fundamentals, communications, healthcare systems, biology or pharmaceuticals preferred.
- Fundamental understanding and experience in (Analytical and Strategic thinking, Communication skills, and Organization and Execution, Problem Solving. Not expecting pharma experience but marketing exposure is a plus – marketing clubs, leadership, projects, market research, social media. Would like to see a genuine interest in healthcare, patient impact.
Salary Range
The hourly rate for this internship ranges from $21.00/hr- $27.00/hr. Rates will be based on your field of study and your academic year at the start of the internship.
Already Working @Teva?
Teva’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment
Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, military status or status as a disabled or protected veteran, or any legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience. Request a reasonable accommodation by sending an email to AskHR@tevapharm.com with the nature of your request and your contact information. Only inquiries concerning a request for a reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Important notice to Employment Agencies - Please Read Carefully
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA does not accept unsolicited assistance from agencies for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in KOL specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, pharmacy, or a related field
- Experience building and managing relationships with medical thought leaders
- Knowledge of compliance guidelines governing scientific and medical affairs interactions
- Proficiency with CRM systems used to track KOL engagement and activity
- Ability to interpret and communicate clinical data to scientific audiences
- Willingness to travel frequently to conferences, advisory boards, and customer sites
Tips for Your KOL Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to therapeutic areas
Hiring managers in pharma and biotech expect your resume to name the specific therapeutic areas you've worked in, such as oncology, immunology, or rare disease. Generic life sciences language won't get you past an initial screen the way targeted terminology will.
Document your KOL mapping methodology
Interviewers will ask how you identify and tier thought leaders. Prepare a concrete description of the approach you use, whether that includes publication analysis, conference presence, or advisory board participation, so you can walk through it without vague generalizations.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists kol specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight cross-functional collaboration on your resume
KOL specialist roles sit at the intersection of medical affairs, marketing, and clinical teams. Your resume should show specific instances where you coordinated across those functions, not just that you held the role.
Prepare for a scientific communication exercise
Many interview processes include a mock KOL engagement or scientific summary task. Practice distilling complex clinical data into a concise, accessible narrative for a physician audience, since that skill is what separates candidates at the final round.
Research the company's pipeline before your interview
Come to every interview with specific knowledge of the company's late-stage pipeline and any recent advisory meetings or publications tied to it. Connecting your KOL strategy experience directly to their current priorities shows preparation no generic answer can match.
KOL Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most kol specialists?
Ferrari spa, Envista Holdings, and Jazz Pharmaceuticals are hiring the most kol specialists right now, with openings concentrated in New Jersey, California, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity tends to cluster around companies with active pipeline launches or new indication filings.
How many kol specialist jobs are remote?
About 50% of kol specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though field-based roles requiring regular travel to medical centers and conferences make up a substantial portion of listings. Administrative coordination, reporting, and CRM management within the role are the functions most commonly performed remotely.
How do you become a kol specialist?
Start with a foundation in life sciences, nursing, pharmacy, or a clinical discipline, then gain experience in a role that involves direct interaction with healthcare professionals, such as medical science liaison, clinical specialist, or scientific affairs coordinator. Build familiarity with how medical advisory boards and speaker programs operate, and develop the ability to communicate clinical evidence clearly to physician audiences. Most employers also expect working knowledge of medical affairs compliance standards before hiring into a dedicated kol specialist position.
Can you get a kol specialist job with little experience?
Entry-level kol specialist roles exist, particularly at mid-size biotech companies or in therapeutic areas actively expanding their medical affairs infrastructure. Candidates with a clinical background, strong scientific communication skills, and exposure to conference or advisory work, even through internships or volunteer roles, are competitive. Framing any experience involving physician or researcher outreach as relationship management gives you a concrete starting point in interviews.
What does the kol specialist interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a recruiter screen focused on therapeutic area background and travel availability, followed by a panel interview with medical affairs and marketing stakeholders. A second round often includes a practical exercise, such as presenting a mock KOL engagement plan or summarizing a clinical abstract for a lay audience. Final interviews may involve a conversation with a senior medical director or regional business leader who assesses strategic fit with the company's pipeline priorities.
Where can I find and apply to kol specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to kol specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your therapeutic area background and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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