Preclinical Mathematical Modeling Internship
AstraZeneca
Summary
AstraZeneca is seeking a Preclinical Mathematical Modeling Summer Intern to support the Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics, Oncology team within Oncology Research & Development. Based in Kendall Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts, this full-time, dry-lab internship offers a rising sophomore or rising junior the opportunity to contribute to a specialized short-term project supporting capability development or key business initiatives. The intern will review scientific literature, extend an existing modeling framework, and use MATLAB to explore biological mechanisms through ordinary differential equations and parameter sensitivity analysis.
Job description
Key Responsibilities
- Review relevant scientific literature to inform additions to the current modeling framework.
- Develop ordinary differential equations to describe pertinent biological mechanisms.
- Perform parameter sensitivity analysis on resulting model outputs.
Required Qualifications
- Undergraduate student pursuing Biological Engineering, Biology, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Biochemistry or related engineering majors.
- Rising sophomores, with anticipated graduation in 2029, or rising juniors, with anticipated graduation in 2028.
- Applied or proficient skills in programming and data analysis.
- MATLAB coding proficiency is preferred.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- US Work Authorization is required at time of application. Applicants must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa.
- This role will not be providing CPT or OPT letters of support.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are essential.
- Candidates must adhere to the intern program schedule June 7, 2027 - August 13, 2027.
- Ability to report onsite to Cambridge, MA 3 days a week. This role will not provide relocation assistance.
Requirements
- Undergraduate student pursuing Biological Engineering, Biology, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Biochemistry or related engineering majors
- Rising sophomore (anticipated graduation 2029) or rising junior (anticipated graduation 2028)
- Applied or proficient skills in programming and data analysis
- MATLAB coding proficiency preferred
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- US Work Authorization required at time of application; must not now or in the future require visa sponsorship
- No CPT or OPT letters of support provided
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Must adhere to intern program schedule June 7, 2027 - August 13, 2027
- Ability to report onsite to Cambridge, MA 3 days a week; no relocation assistance
Benefits
- Hourly rate $37/hour
- No relocation assistance
- No CPT/OPT letters of support
Company overview
AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused pharmaceutical company dedicated to accelerating the delivery of life-changing medicines that create enduring value for patients, society, and shareholders. With a workforce of over 94,300 employees worldwide, the company operates across three core therapy areas: Oncology, BioPharmaceuticals (including Cardiovascular, Renal & Metabolism, Respiratory & Immunology), and Rare Disease. Headquartered in Cambridge, UK, AstraZeneca maintains strategic R&D centers in Cambridge, Gaithersburg (US), Boston (US), Gothenburg (Sweden), Shanghai, and Beijing. The company generated $54.1 billion in total revenue in 2024 and invested $13.6 billion in scientific research and development. AstraZeneca's bold aspiration is to be pioneers in science, lead in disease areas, and transform patient outcomes, with a goal to launch 20 new medicines and achieve $80 billion in total revenue by 2030. The company is recognized for its commitment to sustainability, health equity, and creating an inclusive work environment where diverse perspectives drive innovation.