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Takeda · 8 hours ago

2025 U.S Summer Internship Program: Population Pharmacokinetics (PopPK) and Pharmacometrics Programming Intern

Boston, MA

Internship

Remote

Intern

$21/hr - $46/hr

Start in 2025 Summer

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Responsibilities

Learn to create population PK and exposure-response datasets from clinical trial data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards, including CDISC guidelines. Gain an understanding of study documents such as Protocols and Pharmacometrics Analysis Plans (PMAP).

Undertake an independent project related to dataset creation or analysis, developing a project plan that outlines objectives, methodologies, and timelines. The internship will culminate in a final presentation demonstrating learning outcomes and project findings.

Gain proficiency in statistical programming tools such as SAS for data manipulation and analysis. Familiarize with the ADaM PopPK CDISC Model and the Takeda programming environment while learning advanced programming techniques for efficient data processing and automation concepts.

Develop skills in data handling, including data cleaning, transformation, and validation. Participate in creating analysis dataset specifications to support regulatory submissions.

Enhance communication skills through regular interactions with team members and present findings at the end of the internship to demonstrate analytical skills and project outcomes. Engage in feedback sessions to improve both presentation and technical skills.

Qualification

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SASRCDISC standardsData cleaningPopulation pharmacokineticsExposure-response datasetsStatistical modelingData transformationData validationRegulatory awareness

Required

Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s/Ph.D. degree in a relevant field such as: Life Sciences (Pharmacy, Biology, Biochemistry), Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science or, Related disciplines

Statistical Programming: Familiarity with statistical programming languages such as SAS and R for data manipulation and analysis.

Data Management: Basic understanding of data handling techniques, including data cleaning, transformation, and validation.

Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Attention to detail with a focus on accuracy in data handling and reporting.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with team members and presentation of findings.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

Initiative and self-motivation to undertake independent projects and drive them to completion.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Openness to feedback and willingness to learn from peers and mentors.

Commitment: Availability for the full duration of the 12-week internship program.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship

Must be currently enrolled in a degree program graduating December 2025 or later

The intern must be able to commit to one of these time frames

Able to work full time 40 hours a week during internship dates

Preferred

Previous internship experience in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare setting is a plus but not mandatory.

Knowledge of CDISC Standards: Understanding of ADaM and ADPPK CDISC models is preferred.

Regulatory Awareness: Basic understanding of regulatory requirements in the pharmaceutical industry is advantageous.

Benefits

Paid sick time

Civic Duty paid time off

Participation at company volunteer events

Participation at company sponsored special events

Access to on-site fitness center (where available)

Commuter Benefit: To offset your work-commute expenses, Takeda provides U.S. employees with a fixed monthly subsidy to be used for either public transportation (transit) or parking.