Job Description
_This application is for a 6-month student role from July -December 2023. Resume review begins in January 2023. _
The Co-op will be working with the Advanced Analytics (AA) team within Biogen Digital Health. The AA includes a group of staff members with PhD in biostatistics, statistics, epidemiology and other related areas and multiple statistical programmers. The primary responsibilities of AA includes essentially all post-approval analytics including but not limited to post-approval safety studies (PASS), comparative effectiveness research, and prediction modeling for risk stratification. In addition, AA is also responsible for a number of projects on digital health including digit biomarker investigation, development digital endpoints, intervention and monitoring using digital tools.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
In this Co-op role, you will be primarily responsible for descriptive and inferential statistical analysis and some data management for one or more projects using data from randomized clinical trials, real world databases and other types of studies. You will be working with one or more team leaders on projects they oversee. The main day to day responsibilities include going to meetings to discuss and understand what analysis needs to be done for what kind output format (e.g. summary report in word, slide deck or other formats) in meetings that include cross-functional colleagues; discussing analytical strategies and tactics with team leaders/members within AA; retrieving and managing analytical data and executing the analysis; generating output. In addition, you will also have the opportunities to participate in discussions and meetings on other projects you are not primarily responsible for to get more exposure on various research topics in Biogen.
As an example, a typical project that fits the scope of this Co-op involve analysis of longitudinal trend of both clinical and digital measures of to characterize their similarity and difference. Another example is statistical programming on post-hoc analyses of randomized trials.
Qualifications
Enrolled in a PhD or Master program in Biostatistics, statistics, epidemiology, economics or related program and have completed the majority of the coursework
Proficient in R, Python or SAS
Knowledge in causal inference, prediction modeling or longitudinal/time series analysis is preferred
Knowledge in neurological diseases such as neuromuscular diseases, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and mental health is preferred
To participate in the Biogen Internship Program, students must meet the following eligibility criteria:
Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date
Be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university
EDUCATION
Enrolled in a PhD or Master program in Biostatistics, statistics, epidemiology, economics or related program and have completed the majority of the coursework
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
WHY BIOGEN?
Our mission to find therapies for neurological and rare diseases is a unique focus within our industry and this shared purpose is what connects us as a team. We work together to overcome obstacles and to follow the science. We are resilient as we strive to make an impact on our patients’ lives and on changing the course of medicine. Together, we pioneer. Together, we thrive.
At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.
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