2027 Future Talent Program - Value & Implementation - Outcomes Research Intern

MSD; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ is offering a Future Talent Program summer internship in the Outcomes Research team. The role supports the GI-oncology portfolio, real-world data generation, health economics modeling, and reimbursement/HTA requirements.

Interns gain hands-on experience with real-world evidence programs and collaborate to develop study designs and analyses for internal stakeholders, with hybrid or onsite options for 10–12 weeks starting May/June 2027.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a master's or PhD in outcomes research, epidemiology, economics, pharmacy, medicine, health policy, or public health.
• Must have completed at least one year of study by May/June 2027.
• Commit to full-time onsite (or hybrid) employment for 10–12 weeks starting May/June 2027.
• Experience with quantitative research, analytics, and knowledge of statistical techniques.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development and implementation of OR and Real-World evidence programs.
• Write, coordinate, and validate study designs, protocols, data analysis plans, abstracts and final reports.
• Support development of outcomes research strategies for cross-functional senior management approval.

Skills

Quantitative research

Analytics experience

Statistical techniques

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

Masters’ or PhD in outcomes research/epidemiology/economics/pharmacy/medicine/health policy/public health

Job description

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 Lab Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.

The Value & Implementation - Outcomes Research (OR) team is recruiting for one (1) summer intern student for Summer 2027.

The intern will work in the OR Oncology team to support our Company’s product portfolio, focusing on Gastrointestinal malignancies.

The intern will gain experience with real world data generation, health economic modeling, and reimbursement/health technology assessment requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of Outcomes Research (OR) and Real-World evidence programs to meet the value evidence needs of clinicians, key decision makers, and payers
• Write, coordinate, and validate as required, study designs, protocols, data analysis plans, scientific abstracts and final reports/publications
• Contribute to the development of outcomes research strategies and plans for cross-functional senior management approval

Position Qualifications:

Education Minimum Requirement: Candidates must be currently pursuing a masters' or PhD in outcomes research, epidemiology, economics, pharmacy, medicine, health policy, or public health

Required Education and Experience: Candidates must have completed at least one year of study by May or June of 2027

Candidates must be able to commit to full-time onsite (or hybrid if applicable) employment for 10 - 12 weeks beginning May or June 2027

Candidates must have quantitative research and analytics experience, and knowledge of statistical techniques

Candidate must be a self-starter with ability to manage multiple priorities while working as part of a team

Candidates should have experience and/or interest in health economics and outcomes research

Preferred Experience and Skills: Candidates should have leadership skills with the ability to work in high performance teams and/or matrix organization

Candidates should be able to function in a collaborative environment and be able to clearly understand and articulate the needs of stakeholders

Candidates should understand value and affordability discussions among the US and Global Healthcare Systems

Candidates should have scientific writing and/or manuscript authorship experience

Candidates should have research experience and/or interest in oncology

Salary range: The salary range for this role is $39,908 - $111,111

FTP2027 RL2027

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US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement

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Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA

Employee Status: Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation: No relocation

VISA Sponsorship: No

Travel Requirements: No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid

Shift: Not Indicated

Valid Driving License: No

Hazardous Material(s): n/a

Job Posting End Date: 10/30/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date.

Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.