2025 University Recruiting - Statistical Programming Intern
Job Description
The Future Talent Program features internships that last up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research & Development 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 Research & Development Division 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. The statistical programmer uses their analytical skills to programmatically develop and deliver analysis datasets, tables, listings, and graphics. These deliverables are then utilized by our company scientists and health authorities to interpret the results and inform decision making about the effectiveness and safety of our company's 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.
Education and Minimum Requirement:
BA/BS in Computer or Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Life Sciences, Engineering or related field with data analysis or programming experience in a professional environment
Preferred Experience:
A minimum of two semesters towards an MS in Computer or Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Life Sciences, Engineering, or related field.
Required Skills and Experience:
Candidates must be able to commit to full-time hybrid employment for 10 - 12 weeks beginning June 2025.
Data analysis experience and programming skills
Willingness to learn programming languages and new programming techniques
Ability to collaborate with others on a team, take direction, and complete programming tasks on time.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Under New York City, Colorado State, Washington State, and California State law, the Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate’s relevant skills, experience, and education.
Expected salary range:
$39,600.00-$105,500.00
MRL2025
FTP2025
Employees working in roles that the Company determines require routine collaboration with external stakeholders, such as customer-facing commercial, or research-based roles, will be expected to comply not only with Company policy but also with policies established by such external stakeholders (for example, a requirement to be vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to access a facility or meet with stakeholders). Please understand that, as permitted by applicable law, if you have not been vaccinated against COVID-19 and an essential function of your job is to call on external stakeholders who require vaccination to enter their premises or engage in face-to-face meetings, then your employment may pose an undue burden to business operations, in which case you may not be offered employment, or your employment could be terminated. Please also note that, where permitted by applicable law, the Company reserves the right to require COVID-19 vaccinations for positions, such as in Global Employee Health, where the Company determines in its discretion that the nature of the role presents an increased risk of disease transmission.
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Employee Status:
Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)
Relocation:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship:
No
Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid
Shift:
1st - Day
Valid Driving License:
No
Hazardous Material(s):
n/a