Summer 2027 Biostatistics Intern PhD

AstraZeneca; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Part time

Job summary

Alexion is seeking a Biostatistics Intern for the Quantitative Sciences organization at the Boston-Seaport, MA location. The PhD intern will work on a short-term project supporting capability builds and key business initiatives, including using AI tools to develop a statistical application and presenting findings at a department seminar.

The role requires pursuing a PhD in Biostatistics or related field, with graduation planned after August 2027, and on-site work in Boston 3 days per week.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a PhD in Biostatistics, Statistics, or Mathematics.
• Anticipated graduation after August 2027.
• US work authorization required without sponsorship.
• No OPT support.

Responsibilities

• Use AI tools to develop a statistical application.
• Conduct a comprehensive simulation study to evaluate design characteristics.
• Present the internship work at the departmental seminar and write a final report.

Skills

R

SAS

AI tools

Education

PhD in Biostatistics/Statistics/Mathematics

Job description

Alexion is seeking a Biostatistics Intern to support the Quantitative Sciences organization at its Boston-Seaport, Massachusetts location. The PhD intern will work on a specialized short-term project supporting capability builds or key business initiatives, including using AI tools to develop a statistical application, conducting a simulation study to evaluate design characteristics, and presenting the work at a departmental seminar.

Responsibilities

• Utilize AI tools to develop a statistical app.
• Conduct a comprehensive simulation study to evaluate the characteristics of the design, with discussions under varying assumptions.
• Present the intern work at the departmental seminar and write a final report of the entire internship project.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a PhD in Biostatistics, Statistics, or Mathematics.
• Meeting the applicable graduation timeline requirements with an anticipated graduation date set for after August 2027.
• US Work Authorization is required at time of application. Applicants must have work authorization that does not require future sponsorship.
• This role will not be granting OPT support.
• Basic knowledge of adaptive design in clinical trials.
• Familiarity with statistical simulations and demonstrated ability to conduct independent statistical research.
• Proficient programming skills in R and SAS, and working experience using AI tools.
• Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to report on site to Boston-Seaport, MA 3 days per week. This role will not provide relocation assistance.
• Program Dates: June 7th - August 13th, 2027
• Hourly rate: $48(PhD)
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Date Posted

12-Nov-2026

Closing Date

29-Nov-2026

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