Frank S. David, MD, PhD

Managing Director, Pharmagellan

Professor of the Practice, Department of Biology, Tufts University

Student research opportunities (updated 4/26/26)

My research group is a writing collective where students write blog posts (and sometimes longer pieces) about the biopharma industry with guidance and input from me and their colleagues. The goal is for participants to explore their interests related to drug development and commercialization while learning how to write clearly for business professionals.

The main requirement to participate in this effort is a sincere desire to write public-facing analyses related to biopharmaceuticals. I expect you to publish or submit at least one blog-length piece per semester, and hopefully more.

In terms of topics, you will write about whatever interests you about the biopharma industry; I want you to follow your own curiosity, not mine. (We may occasionally work together on co-authored pieces, but I expect that will be uncommon.) You will receive help refining your choice of topics and approaches from me and others in the group.

This work is unpaid, but Tufts students may be eligible to receive independent study credit (e.g., via BIO 95 or BIO 195) after a trial period.

If you are interested in working with me, please prepare the following materials:

  • Your CV or resume

  • A one-page cover letter describing your interest in the biopharma industry

  • A blog post on a topic of your choice relevant to biopharma

    • You may submit a link to a published piece or an unpublished draft (as word doc or PDF)

TUFTS STUDENTS: Use the application form and email address for submission on this website.

NON-TUFTS STUDENTS: Email the materials to frank.david@tufts.edu.

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