Clinical Epidemiology and Data Science Co-op

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Clinical Epidemiology and Data Science Co-op to join the Advanced Clinical Research group in Danvers, MA. This role blends epidemiology, biostatistics, and data science to generate real-world evidence and guide future research directions.

You will work with clinicians, scientists, and engineers to analyze complex datasets using R/Python and SQL, presenting findings to diverse teams and helping shape study questions.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, data science, biomedical engineering, or related quantitative field.
• Knowledge of epidemiologic study design, statistical inference, and analysis of observational/longitudinal data.
• Experience with R and/or Python for data analysis; SQL familiarity; reproducible workflows in Jupyter Notebook or Quarto.
• Attention to data quality, documentation, and interpretation; clinical/healthcare data experience preferred.
• Excellent collaboration with clinicians and scientists.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute reproducible analyses of observational and longitudinal clinical data, including cohort definitions and modeling.
• Use R/Python and SQL to clean, structure, visualize, and analyze complex datasets; document analyses in notebooks or reproducible environments.
• Collaborate with scientists, clinicians, and engineers to interpret findings and propose future research directions.

Skills

R/Python data analysis

SQL familiarity

Cross-functional collaboration

Data visualization

Strong data quality

Education

Pursuing degree in epidemiology/biostatistics/public health/data science/biomedical engineering

Tools

Jupyter Notebook

Quarto

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

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Career Programs

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Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op

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All Job Posting Locations:

Danvers, Massachusetts, United States of America

Job Description:

Johnson & Johnson is currently seeking a Clinical Epidemiology and Data Science Co-op to join our Advanced Clinical Research group located in Danvers.

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/.

Requirements

The Advanced Clinical Research team uses real-world clinical and hemodynamic data to generate evidence, extend understanding of patient physiology and outcomes, and identify promising directions for future research. This co‑op is designed for a student interested in the intersection of epidemiology, biostatistics, and data science, with an emphasis on clinical discovery. Working primarily with a clinical scientist and engage with cross‑functional partners, the co‑op will focus on a set of well‑defined analytical questions across multiple studies.

• Develop and execute reproducible statistical analyses of observational and longitudinal clinical data, including cohort and endpoint definitions, exploratory analyses, modeling, sensitivity analyses, and clear documentation of assumptions and limitations.

• Use R or Python and, where appropriate, SQL to clean, structure, visualize, and analyze complex datasets containing clinical outcomes, patient characteristics, and hemodynamic measurements. Document analyses in a reproducible environment such as a Jupyter Notebook or Quarto.

• Collaborate with scientists, clinicians, engineers, and other cross‑functional partners to interpret findings, communicate results through written summaries and presentations, and recommend clinically meaningful questions or directions for future research.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, data science, biomedical engineering, or a related quantitative field.

• Working knowledge of epidemiologic study design, statistical inference, and analysis of observational or longitudinal data, with the ability to explain analytical choices and learn to select appropriate methods in collaboration with experienced scientists.

• Experience using R and/or Python for data analysis and visualization; familiarity with SQL and reproducible workflows in Jupyter Notebook, Quarto, or a comparable environment is strongly preferred.

• Strong attention to data quality, analytical assumptions, documentation, and interpretation; prior experience with clinical, healthcare, cardiovascular, or medical device data is preferred but not required.

• Excellent collaboration skills and an interest in working closely with clinicians and scientists.

Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future. Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually requires future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long‑term status that does not require company sponsorship.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers . Internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$23.50/hr to $52.50/hr

Additional Description for Pay Transparency: The expected pay range for this position is between $23.50 per hour and $52.50 per hour but will be based on candidate’s program year, discipline, degree and/or experience. Co‑Ops/Interns are eligible to participate in Company sponsored employee medical benefits in accordance with the terms of the plan. Co‑Ops and Interns are eligible for the following sick time benefits: up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington, up to 56 hours per calendar year. Co‑Ops and Interns are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension). For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits This job posting is anticipated to close on 6/25/2027. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on https://www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.