2024 Intern, Biostatistics

Key Skills

Biostatistics, Effective communication skills, English Proficiency, R Programming, SAS, Simulation software, Statistics

Job Description

The Role:

Moderna is seeking talented intern to join the Biostatistics and Programming team for the summer. The location can be in Cambridge, MA office, or remote. As an intern, you will work with a senior-level statistician on research project related to clinical trials or real word data across therapeutic areas including Infectious Diseases, Oncology, and Rare Diseases etc. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the team of a high growth organization that is radically changing the biotech industry via cutting-edge mRNA science. The intern project aims to use state-of-art statistical method and technology to drive data-based program decision and strategy optimization.

This program will run from June 3, 2024 to August 16th. You must be available for the entire duration of the internship program (slightly adjusted start and end dates may be permitted on a case by case basis to accommodate schedule)

Here’s What You’ll Do:

• Work with senior-level statistician on research project related to clinical trials or real-world data.
• Generate or validate project data analysis
• Implement simulations using statistical software via customized code or add-on package
• Present the research outcome at the end of the program
• May have the opportunity to work on the peer-reviewed publication based on the results of the intern project.

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table:

• Must be a student in a graduate program (phd or master), or in possession of PhD or equivalent degree.
• Must have completed at least 12 credit hours within a related major
• Major must be in field related to statistics, biostatistics, data sciences or other related quantitative science.
• Proficiency in using R, SAS or other statistical software
• Good written and oral communication skills in English language
• Authorized to work in the U.S

Moderna is pleased to provide you with an innovative suite of benefits, including:

• Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes
• Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
• Generous paid time off, including:

  • Vacation, sick time and holidays

  • Volunteer time to participate within your community

  • Discretionary year-end shutdown

• Location-specific perks and extras!

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day, please apply!

Moderna is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to contribute their best.