About the role#
This is a 12-week full-time internship based in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The role runs from May 24, 2027, to August 13, 2027. You will join the US Medical Affairs team to support evidence and strategy efforts in lung cancer.
What you'll do#
- Conduct structured reviews of the lung cancer evidence landscape, focusing on EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer, emerging therapies, and biomarkers.
- Analyze and synthesize clinical trial results, scientific literature, and updates from major oncology congresses.
- Identify emerging treatment trends, evidence gaps, and scientific questions relevant to patient management.
- Develop and maintain an integrated evidence and competitive landscape tool.
- Organize key clinical trials, treatment approaches, endpoints, patient populations, and upcoming data readouts to support Medical Affairs planning.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a PharmD or Master's student in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Public Health, Data Science, Biomedical Sciences, Cancer Biology, Pharmacology, or Translational Medicine.
- An expected graduation date after August 2027.
- US Work Authorization at the time of application.
- Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with literature reviews, evidence synthesis, or scientific presentations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with data visualization or analytical tools like Power BI, R, or Python is a plus.
- Coursework or academic experience in pharmacy, clinical research, or basic statistical concepts.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Location & details#
- Location: Gaithersburg, MD.
- Work Modality: Hybrid, with an expectation to be onsite 3 days per week.
- Compensation: $35 to $48 per hour.
- Note: This position does not provide relocation assistance or CPT support.
About AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca is a public pharmaceutical manufacturing company. It focuses on research, development, and global business operations. The company maintains offices in Cambridge and Sodertalje. It employs over 80,000 people.
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