Intern - Biostatistics Research (PHD level)

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

249d • $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You'll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.

Requirements

• Working towards a PhD degree in Statistics/Biostatistics and has completed at least 2 years of a graduate program at the time of starting the internship.
• Experience in statistical analysis and programming software such as SAS, R, or python.
• A commitment to customer service with an attitude of owning the experience of each customer is required.
• Applicable skills include organization, documentation, written and oral communication.
• Logical and systematic thinking, inquisitiveness, basic knowledge of human physiology and/or medical terminology, and a proven competency to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Receives direction from clinical and research project leads (e.g., biostatisticians, bioinformaticians, data scientists, principal investigators), and faculty Biostatisticians in the department.
• Works collaboratively with other work units internal and external to the Department of Quantitative Health Sciences including Statistical Programmers, other Research and Clinical Support Staff, and Information Technology Staff.
• Is accountable to multidisciplinary teams and external research groups.
• Utilizes statistical knowledge and programming skills to function as a statistical researcher by applying statistical, computer and scientific expertise to the design, implementation, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of research, clinical and administrative studies under the direction of the multidisciplinary team.
• Works with Biostatisticians to summarize and communicate project findings to study team members, investigators, journal and grant reviewers, committees, and other individuals and entities as needed.

Benefits

• This position has a predetermined rate of $28.87 per hour.
• Full Time position with a schedule of Monday - Friday; Three month appointment from June through August.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree