Non-Clinical and Diagnostics Statistician Intern
Zoetis
Summary
We are seeking a motivated Non-Clinical and Diagnostics Statistician Intern to join our animal health organization for a summer internship. In this role, you will work closely with and shadow full-time statisticians, gaining practical experience in the application of statistical methods to product development, manufacturing, and analytical activities. A focused independent project may also be available, providing the opportunity to work as an independent statistician and potentially develop a poster presentation.
Job description
Internship Summary
We are seeking a motivated Non-Clinical and Diagnostics Statistician Intern to join our animal health organization for a summer internship. In this role, you will work closely with and shadow full-time statisticians, gaining practical experience in the application of statistical methods to product development, manufacturing, and analytical activities. A focused independent project may also be available, providing the opportunity to work as an independent statistician and potentially develop a poster presentation.
This internship is designed for a PhD student who is interested in learning how statisticians support science-based decision-making in a regulated animal health environment. You will have the opportunity to contribute to projects involving design of experiments, specification setting, acceptance criteria, statistical analysis, and data visualization while developing an understanding of how statistical thinking supports CMC programs.
Internship Job Duties
- Support the planning and evaluation of designed experiments, including identifying factors, responses, and appropriate experimental designs.
- Assist with the analysis and visualization of experimental, process, and analytical data.
- Learn how statistical principles are applied to establish product and process specifications and acceptance criteria.
- Help interpret study results and communicate statistical conclusions to technical project teams.
- Participate in project meetings and gain exposure to interactions among statistics, analytical development, manufacturing, quality, and other CMC functions.
Internship Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a PhD program in statistics, biostatistics, applied statistics, or a related quantitative field.
- Coursework or practical experience in experimental design, regression, analysis of variance, or related statistical methods.
- Interest in applying statistics to pharmaceutical, biologics, veterinary medicine, animal health, or another life sciences setting.
- Ability to work on-site and collaborate effectively with a cross-functional team.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a PhD program in statistics, biostatistics, applied statistics, or a related quantitative field.
- Coursework or practical experience in experimental design, regression, analysis of variance, or related statistical methods.
- Interest in applying statistics to pharmaceutical, biologics, veterinary medicine, animal health, or another life sciences setting.
- Ability to work on-site and collaborate effectively with a cross-functional team.
Company overview
Zoetis is a global leader in animal health, dedicated to advancing care for animals and the people who care for them. Originally established as the animal health division of Pfizer, Zoetis became an independent public company in 2013. The company develops, manufactures, and commercializes a comprehensive portfolio of medicines, vaccines, diagnostics, and other health products for both livestock and companion animals. With operations in more than 100 countries, Zoetis serves veterinarians, livestock producers, and pet owners worldwide. The company's product portfolio includes anti-infectives, vaccines, parasiticides, dermatology products, and other therapeutic solutions. Zoetis invests significantly in research and development to address unmet medical needs in animal health, focusing on areas such as pain management, infectious diseases, and chronic conditions. The company's commitment to innovation and quality has established it as a trusted partner in the animal health industry, contributing to food security and the well-being of companion animals globally.