2026 Future Talent Program - Gastrointestinal Malignancies - Outcomes Research - Intern

Merck KGaA Darmstadt Germany • Rahway, NJ

128d • $39,600 - $105,500 • Onsite

About The Position

The Future Talent Program features internships that last up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research Labs can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals. The summer intern position is tailored to support our Company's oncology product portfolio in the Value & Implementation - Outcomes Research (OR) team is recruiting for one (1) intern to support our Company's product portfolio, focusing on Gastrointestinal malignancies. The intern will gain experience with real world data generation, health economic modeling, and reimbursement/health technology assessment requirements. Those seeking a career in epidemiology, health economics, outcomes research, and health policy are strongly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Candidates must be currently pursuing a masters' or PhD in outcomes research, epidemiology, economics, pharmacy, medicine, health policy, or public health.
• Candidates must have completed at least one year of study by May or June of 2026.
• Candidates must be able to commit to full-time onsite (or hybrid if applicable) employment for 10 - 12 weeks beginning May or June 2026.
• Candidates must have quantitative research and analytics experience, and knowledge of statistical techniques.
• Candidate must be a self-starter with ability to manage multiple priorities while working as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should have experience and/or interest in health economics and outcomes research.
• Candidates should have leadership skills with the ability to work in high performance teams and/or matrix organization.
• Candidates should be able to function in a collaborative environment and be able to clearly understand and articulate the needs of stakeholders.
• Candidates should understand value and affordability discussions among the US and Global Healthcare Systems.
• Candidates should have scientific writing and/or manuscript authorship experience.
• Candidates should have research experience and/or interest in oncology.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and implementation of Outcomes Research (OR) and Real-World evidence programs to meet the value evidence needs of clinicians, key decision makers, and payers.
• Write, coordinate, and validate as required, study designs, protocols, data analysis plans, scientific abstracts and final reports/publications.
• Contribute to the development of outcomes research strategies and plans for cross-functional senior management approval.

Benefits

• Salary range: $39,600.00-$105,500.00 USD

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Master's degree