Masters Statistician Intern

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Company: Eli Lilly and Company

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

As a Computational Statistician Intern, you will have the opportunity to partner with experts in statistics, data sciences, medical, regulatory, and clinical to lead a project that addresses research or business needs. With your statistics and statistical programming knowledge, you will understand the patient and business needs to deliver with high quality. Within Lilly’s culture that values analytics and data-driven decisions, you will be part of the team that makes important contributions to patients’ lives. You will have the opportunity to learn about the pharmaceutical industry and how statistics and analytics play a role at Eli Lilly and Company.

Responsibilities:
The job tasks listed below outline the scope of the position. The application of these tasks may vary, based upon current business needs.

• Utilize statistics and programming skills on the project that will have impact in the Statistics, Data and Analytics organization.
• Lead the project by understanding the background and impact.

• Collaborate with stakeholders in the project.
• Present to the organization on the technical aspects and the impact of the project.
• Introduce and apply innovative thinking to the project.

Lilly internships last for 12 continuous weeks beginning in May or June. Each intern will be assigned a project affording the opportunity to actively contribute to the organization and build a comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical industry. Professional development and social events will be held throughout the summer. At the conclusion, each intern will present their project highlights, findings, recommendations, and general internship accomplishments to senior leaders and stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in and attending school, in a graduate-level curriculum leading to a Master’s degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, or MSPH with concentration in Statistics or Biostatistics

Desired Experience:

• Proficient in statistical programming languages/software such as SAS, R, Spotfire, WinBUG, etc.
• Interpersonal communication skills for effective customer consultation
• Teamwork and leadership skills
• Technical expertise and application with working knowledge of experimental design and statistical analysis
• Self-management skills with a focus on results for timely and accurate completion of competing deliverables

• Resource management skills
• Creativity and innovation
• Demonstrated problem solving ability and critical thinking.
• Business process expertise associated with critical activities (e.g., regulatory submissions)

Additional Benefits:

• All interns will be considered for full-time positions based on their internship performance and the business need
• Lilly arranges various intern activities including sporting events, dinners, lunch and learns, etc. to provide opportunities for socializing, professional development, and learning more about Lilly.
• Interns will receive a competitive salary and free parking at their work site, as well as access to Lilly’s LIFE fitness center and bike garage

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