R Innovation Initiatives Intern

Daiichi Sankyo, Inc.; Basking Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is seeking an R Innovation Initiatives Intern for Summer 2027 in New Jersey. The role focuses on modernizing clinical data analysis, visualization, and reporting using R, Shiny, and related tools.

You will work with the R core team and statisticians to deliver practical, regulatory-ready outputs and learn the end-to-end CSR submission process. The internship offers hands-on experience with R, Shiny, Python, and AI/ML in a biopharma context, with expected ~37.5 hours per week

Qualifications

• Pursuing Masters or PhD in Biostatistics, CS, or a related analytics field.
• Strong experience with R and R Shiny; Python and AI/ML experience required.
• Equal opportunity employer; commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Support R programming initiatives for data analysis, visualization and CSR submissions.
• Collaborate with the R core team and Statistical Programmers to build R Shiny apps.
• Assist in automating analyses and preparing CSR submissions using R Markdown templates.

Skills

R

R Shiny

Python

AI/ML

Education

Masters or PhD in Biostatistics/CS or analytics

Job description

At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.

Job Summary

We are currently seeking an R Innovation Initiatives Intern for Summer 2027. This position works for approximately 37.5 hours per week.

Responsibilities

The R Innovation Intern will support various R programming initiatives aimed at modernizing clinical data analysis, visualization, and reporting processes. The intern will collaborate with the R core team and Statistical Programmers to assist in building R Shiny applications, automating exploratory analyses, and preparing Clinical Study Report (CSR) submissions using R.

Objectives

• Gain hands-on experience in R, R Shiny, and clinical trial data analysis.
• Support the design and development of R Shiny applications for exploratory and submission use cases.
• Learn automation and validation processes for regulatory submissions.

Key Deliverables

• 1. Support enhancement of existing R Shiny apps.
• 2. Develop an exploratory data visualization app for clinical study data.
• 3. Support CSR submission generation using R Markdown templates.
• 4. Prepare validation documentation and test cases for R Shiny app features.
• 5. Summarize learnings and present a demo of implemented features at the end of internship.

Qualifications

Currently pursuing Masters or PhD in Biostatistics, Computer Science or relevant fields with analytics focus. Strong experience with R, R Shiny, Python and AI/ML is required.

Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary Range:

USD$17.23 - USD$58.15