[Remote] Intern, Statistical Science

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. is a global biotechnology company focused on translating genetic discoveries into new medicines. The intern will work closely with senior members of the Statistical Science function, gaining hands-on experience in innovative statistical methodologies applied to real clinical study design and data analysis over the course of a 10-12 week summer internship.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with senior members of the Statistical Science function on research and application of Bayesian mixed effect models for clinical data
• Explore approaches for historical data augmentation in trial settings
• Work on seamless Phase 2/3 design including sample size re-estimation and alpha adjustment, run simulation to assess statistical operating characteristics of a seamless design
• Have opportunities to gain hands-on experience in innovative statistical methodologies applied to real clinical study design and data analysis
• Present project achievements to the Statistical Science function at the end of the summer

Skills

• Proficiency in SAS, and/or R, and/or Python
• Solid understanding of Bayesian methods and mixed-effects modelling
• Knowledge of historical data augmentation and adaptive or seamless trial design (sample size re-estimation, alpha adjustment)
• Strong ability to conduct methodological research, strong problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively
• PhD candidate in Statistics, Biostatistics, or related field
• Must be available to work full-time, 40 hours a week
• Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. based university or college and enrolled in the fall term after the completion of the internship OR have graduated within 1 year of the start of the program
• Strong knowledge of Bayesian methods, mixed effect models, and adaptive design
• Familiarity with sample size re-estimation and alpha adjustment preferred

Benefits

• Paid hourly wage, paid company holidays, and sick time
• Apply skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to on-the-job experiences
• Comprehensive, value-added project(s)
• Develop skills specific to your major.
• Opportunities for professional development by building relationships and learning about other parts of the business.
• Participate in company all hands meetings, monthly community lunches
• Corporate office amenities such as: 24/7 on-site gym, coffee truck, snacks
• Access to Employee Resource Groups

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