2023 Statistical Programming Intern
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Position Overview & Specifications
Working with Us
Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those arenβt words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. Youβll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams rich in diversity. Take your career farther than you thought possible.
Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us
Position Summary
The candidate will learn to provide statistical programming support for clinical studies, learn to program CDISC datasets (SDTM/ADaM) and report the statistical study results with Tables, Listings and Figures. Perform quality process (QC) for datasets and tables, as well as other supporting activities for statistical programming group (ex. support programming for data visualization). Working with the different statistical programming teams, the candidate will also learn working in a team and interacting with the multiple stakeholders of Research & Development life cycle.
Key Responsibilities
The Student Intern, assisting the statistical programming function will be expected to learn how to:
- Develop, review, validate SAS programs to generate Datasets, Tables, Figures and Listings.
- Support review of datasets specification (SDTM/ADAM) following the industry standards (CDISC) and related documents based on CRF, SAP and TFL shells.
- Understand Company SOPs and relevant industryβs standards
- Support implementation of tools to facilitate the data visualization (R-Shiny, Python)
- Support implementation of data exploration analysis (using R)
- Prepare final presentation to statistical programming group.
Qualifications & Experience
- Recent BSc graduate in Computer Science, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering or related field with a minimum one year graduate school completed.
- Internship program will run for 6 months.
- Available to work up to 35 hours/week during normal business hours during internship.
- Knowledgeable of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Good verbal communication skills, ability to write clearly and effectively.
- Knowledge of R/R-Shiny or Python is preferred.
- Knowledge of SAS language, procedures, and options for clinical trial data and reporting including BASE SAS, Macro language, SAS/STAT and SAS/Graph.
- Professional, proactive demeanor.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Be authorized to work in UK.
- Must not be employed at the time the internship starts.
If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesnβt perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.
Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as βTransforming patientsβ lives through scienceβ’ β, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.
On-site Protocol
Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture.
BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to adastaffingsupport@bms.com. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.
Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
Bristol Myers Squibb is Disability Confident β Committed
A UK Government scheme
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Biotech & Pharmaceuticals
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for 2023 Statistical Programming Intern roles across Bristol Myers Squibb's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Biotech & Pharmaceuticals.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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