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The Vertex Internship Program offers students the opportunity to learn about the pharmaceutical industry from a hands-on perspective. You will be working closely with and learning from some of the brightest people in the industry. When you join our internship program you should not be surprised to see that our environment is one that is innovative and team oriented, where collaboration is not just a word, and "we are relentless" is in everything we do. Students can expect to be challenged by their project plan, connect with other interns, and feel valued by the Vertex community. Not only will interns learn about their day-to-day tasks through their specific work assignments, but they will interact and have exposure to our organizational leaders and their teams.
Job Summary:
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Biometrics & Real World Evidence (RWE) is seeking a RWE Summer Intern (graduate level; onsite [Vertex Fan Pier] preferred; ~June - August 2024) to develop in-depth understanding of the epidemiology / natural history of key diseases. The Biometrics & RWE team leverages epidemiology, Real World data and other clinical disease state knowledge to assess the natural history of - and Real World outcomes associated with - diseases within Vertex's early development and clinical portfolio. This work supports the needs of Commercial, Translational Medicine and Clinical Development internal stakeholders. The RWE Summer Intern will participate in ongoing projects within this scope.
Key Responsibilities:
The RWE Summer Intern's scope of responsibility includes:
Qualifications:
This job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner that provides services to Vertex. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of that third-party agency; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third-party agency upon offer.
Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com.
The Vertex Internship Program offers students the opportunity to learn about the pharmaceutical industry from a hands-on perspective. You will be working closely with and learning from some of the brightest people in the industry. When you join our internship program you should not be surprised to see that our environment is one that is innovative and team oriented, where collaboration is not just a word, and "we are relentless" is in everything we do. Students can expect to be challenged by their project plan, connect with other interns, and feel valued by the Vertex community. Not only will interns learn about their day-to-day tasks through their specific work assignments, but they will interact and have exposure to our organizational leaders and their teams.
Job Summary:
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Biometrics & Real World Evidence (RWE) is seeking a RWE Summer Intern (graduate level; onsite [Vertex Fan Pier] preferred; ~June - August 2024) to develop in-depth understanding of the epidemiology / natural history of key diseases. The Biometrics & RWE team leverages epidemiology, Real World data and other clinical disease state knowledge to assess the natural history of - and Real World outcomes associated with - diseases within Vertex's early development and clinical portfolio. This work supports the needs of Commercial, Translational Medicine and Clinical Development internal stakeholders. The RWE Summer Intern will participate in ongoing projects within this scope.
Key Responsibilities:
The RWE Summer Intern's scope of responsibility includes:
- Use of in-house databases and / or existing external partner collaborations to characterize select diseases of interest (e.g., natural history, validation of key outcomes)
- Execution of in-depth literature reviews to describe the epidemiology of diseases of interest
- Participation in scientific document preparation (i.e., study concepts, protocols, and reports)
- Observation of day-to-day activities of RWE study lead(s) to enhance understanding of the expectations for such a position
Qualifications:
- Enrolled in an epidemiology, biostatistics, or other public health-related doctoral program from an accredited school of public health through September 2024
- Possesses strong understanding of observational research methods (familiar with modern concepts of theoretical Epidemiology / Pharmacoepidemiology)
- Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills and a strong interest in pursuing a career within the biopharmaceutical industry
- Highly-motivated; has an excellent work ethic
- Experience with registry and / or administrative claims / EHR data preferred
- Experience with rare diseases, Genetic Epidemiology, or Demography preferred
This job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner that provides services to Vertex. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of that third-party agency; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third-party agency upon offer.
Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com.
