2027 Future Talent Program Statistical Programmer Intern

Job Description

The Future Talent Program features internships that last 10-12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.

Statistical Programming is in the Biostatistics and Research Decision Sciences (BARDS) department at our company Research Labs which supports the targeting discovery development manufacturing and marketing of drugs and vaccines for the benefit of patients and global public health. Statistical programmers have a key role in the analysis and reporting of our company clinical trial databases. Statistical programmers use their analytical skills to programmatically develop and deliver analysis datasets tables listings and graphics. These deliverables are then utilized by our companys scientists and health authorities to interpret the results and inform decision making about the effectiveness and safety of our companys drugs and vaccines. Statistical programmers support all therapeutic areas and every phase of drug development in partnership with scientists across our Research & Development Division. The statistical programming intern will develop and execute statistical analysis and reporting deliverables under the guidance of a senior level programmer.

Required Education and Skills:

• Candidates must be currently enrolled students and have completed a minimum of two semesters of work towards an MS in Computer or Data Science Statistics Applied Mathematics Life Sciences Engineering or related field by May 2027.

• Candidates must be able to commit to full-time hybrid employment for 10 - 12 weeks beginning June 2027.

• Candidates must have data analysis experience and programming skills

• Candidates must possess a willingness to learn programming languages and new programming techniques

• Candidates must have the ability to collaborate with others on a team take direction and complete programming tasks on time.

• Candidates must have effective oral and written communication skills.

Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer at the discretion of the company.

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The salary range for this role is $$39908 - $111111

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