US Medical Affairs Diagnostics, Breast Cancer Intern

AstraZeneca plc; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

AstraZeneca plc in Gaithersburg, MD seeks rising seniors and Master’s students for two 12-week internships from May 24, 2027 to August 13, 2027.

The role includes reviewing the breast cancer landscape, identifying education opportunities for healthcare professionals, and developing metrics to measure program impact.

Onsite three days per week with compensation of $32.50–$35 per hour; US work authorization required and CPT not supported.

Qualifications

• Candidates are rising seniors or Master’s students in biology-related fields.
• Understanding of oncology and cell biology required.
• Clear communication and creative thinking skills.
• Graduation date must be after August 2027.
• US work authorization required; CPT not supported.

Responsibilities

• Review the breast cancer competitive landscape.
• Identify opportunities to educate healthcare professionals treating breast cancer patients.
• Develop metrics and tools to measure the impact of educational programs.

Skills

Oncology knowledge

Clear communication

Creative thinking

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree

Pursuing Master’s degree

Job description

We are looking for rising seniors and Master's level students studying Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Medicine, Pharmacology or a related field for two 12-week internship roles at our site in Gaithersburg, MD from May 24, 2027 to August 13, 2027.

Position Description

• Review current competitive landscape of breast cancer.
• Identify opportunities to provide medical education to healthcare professionals who take care of breast cancer patients.
• Develop metrics and tools to measure the impact of the educational programs.

Position Requirements

• Rising seniors and Master's level students studying Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Medicine, Pharmacology or a related field.
• Understanding of oncology and cell biology, clear communication, and creative thinking skills are required.
• Candidates must have an expected graduation date after August 2027.
• US Work Authorization is required at time of application.
• This role will not be granting CPT support.
• Ability to report onsite to Gaithersburg, MD site 3 days per week. This role will not provide relocation assistance.
• Compensation: $32.50 - $35 per hour.

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