US Medical Affairs, Lung Cancer Evidence & Strategy Intern

AstraZeneca; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca plc in Gaithersburg, MD invites PharmD and Master’s level students to join a 12-week internship focused on oncology evidence generation for U.S. Medical Affairs.

You will review lung cancer literature, clinical trial results, and congress updates to identify trends and gaps, then build an integrated landscape to support planning. The role emphasizes independent work with cross-functional collaboration, strong data analysis, and clear scientific communication, with onsite presence

Qualifications

• PharmD and Master’s level students studying Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biostatistics, Epidemiology/Public Health, Data Science, Biomedical Sciences, Cancer Biology, Pharmacology, Translational Medicine, or related life-sciences disciplines.
• Strong interest in oncology, clinical research, Medical Affairs, or evidence generation is required.
• Ability to critically review and synthesize scientific literature and clinical trial data is preferred.
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to summarize complex scientific information clearly, are required.
• Experience conducting literature reviews, evidence synthesis, research projects, or scientific presentations is preferred.
• Coursework or academic experience in pharmacy, epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, biomedical sciences, clinical research, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Exposure to clinical trial design, interpretation of efficacy and safety endpoints, or basic statistical concepts is preferred.
• Ability to work independently on a defined project while collaborating effectively with cross-functional stakeholders is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is preferred; experience with data visualization or analytical tools such as Power BI, R, Python, or similar platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structured reviews of the evolving lung cancer evidence landscape, with a focus on EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer, emerging therapies, clinical trials, biomarkers, and other scientific developments relevant to U.S. Medical Affairs.
• Analyze and synthesize clinical trial results, scientific literature, and major oncology congress updates to identify emerging treatment trends, evidence gaps, and scientific questions that may impact the future management of patients with lung cancer.
• Develop and maintain an integrated evidence and competitive landscape that organizes key clinical trials, treatment approaches, relevant endpoints and patient populations, upcoming data readouts, and other scientific developments to support Medical Affairs planning.

Skills

Oncology knowledge

Literature review

Data analysis

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

PharmD student

Master’s student in related life-sciences

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

R

Python

Job description

We are looking for PharmD and Master's level students studying Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biostatistics, Epidemiology/Public Health, Data Science, Biomedical Sciences, Cancer Biology, Pharmacology, Translational Medicine, or related life-sciences disciplines for a 12-week internship role at our site in Gaithersburg, MD from May 24, 2027 to August 13, 2027.

Position Description:

• Conduct structured reviews of the evolving lung cancer evidence landscape, with a focus on EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer, emerging therapies, clinical trials, biomarkers, and other scientific developments relevant to U.S. Medical Affairs.
• Analyze and synthesize clinical trial results, scientific literature, and major oncology congress updates to identify emerging treatment trends, evidence gaps, and scientific questions that may impact the future management of patients with lung cancer.
• Develop and maintain an integrated evidence and competitive landscape that organizes key clinical trials, treatment approaches, relevant endpoints and patient populations, upcoming data readouts, and other scientific developments to support Medical Affairs planning.

Position Requirements:

• PharmD and Master's level students studying Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biostatistics, Epidemiology/Public Health, Data Science, Biomedical Sciences, Cancer Biology, Pharmacology, Translational Medicine, or related life-sciences disciplines.
• Strong interest in oncology, clinical research, Medical Affairs, or evidence generation is required.
• Ability to critically review and synthesize scientific literature and clinical trial data is preferred.
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to summarize complex scientific information clearly, are required.
• Experience conducting literature reviews, evidence synthesis, research projects, or scientific presentations is preferred.
• Coursework or academic experience in pharmacy, epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, biomedical sciences, clinical research, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Exposure to clinical trial design, interpretation of efficacy and safety endpoints, or basic statistical concepts is preferred.
• Ability to work independently on a defined project while collaborating effectively with cross-functional stakeholders is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is preferred; experience with data visualization or analytical tools such as Power BI, R, Python, or similar platforms is a plus.
• 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: $35 - $48 per hour.

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Date Posted 03-Nov-2026

Closing Date 16-Nov-2026

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