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Job Description

The Data & Digital Quality (DDQ) team, within R&D Quality, helps R&D Quality sub-function teams identify and implement data and digital solutions. Within the DDQ team, the Data and Analytics team supports the delivery of digital solutions that assist stakeholders in leveraging data to efficiently carry out their mission-critical tasks: monitoring and mitigating risks/issues that impact R&D. Our team maintains traditional analytical reports that serve as a self-service data analysis mechanism, and we also actively partner with internal Data, Digital & Technology (DDT) teams to drive innovative ML/AI initiatives. These initiatives continually enhance capabilities and improve overall operational efficiencies, adding value to our stakeholder functions.

Job Description:

Support efforts to maintain/automate our team's day-to-day tasks by leveraging various digital tools and programming languages to perform Data & Digital Quality activities. Activities could include:

Automating business process flowsBuilding out various analytical reports/datasetsCompiling presentation slides to communicate progress to the internal team as well as stakeholders.

Internship Development Opportunities:

Real-world experience in working with R&D Quality business stakeholders.Exposure to the process of end-to-end digital solution development/delivery that supports business objectives and provides true, quantifiable value (quality/time/cost improvements)Exposure to widely-adopted, industry standard software/tools/cloud services like: AWS, Azure, Databricks, Datarobot, Dataiku, MS Power Platform (Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate), etc.

Job Requirements:

Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Statistics, Machine Learning, or related field with 1-2 years remaining before thesis defenseStrong foundation in building deep neural networksDemonstrated experience or coursework using CNNs, autoencoders, transformer models, machine learning, and/or image analysis.Highly reliable and a strong team playerFlexible with an attention to detailStrong verbal and written communication skills

Internship Eligibility

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorshipMust be currently enrolled in a degree program graduating December 2025 or laterThe internship program is 10-12 weeks depending on the two start dates (June 2nd- August 29th) or (June 16th - August 22nd)The intern must be able to commit to one of these time framesAble to work full time 40 hours a week during internship datesTakeda does not provide a housing stipend or relocation support for the U.S Summer Internship Program

 Program Highlights:

Hands-on experience with real projects and responsibilitiesDedicated mentorship program pairing interns with experienced professionalsNetworking opportunities with industry professionals and fellow internsInternship events focused on professional and skills developmentExposure to multiple business areas or departments within a Pharmaceutical Organization

Applications will be accepted between December 18th and January 10th

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary 

We understand compensation may be an important factor as you consider an internship opportunity. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. 

For Location:

Lexington, MA

U.S. Hourly Wage Range:

$21.00 - $46.00

The estimated hourly range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered will depend on the candidate’s school year/level to be entered following completion of internship.  The actual hourly wage offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location. 

 

U.S. internship benefits vary by location and may include: 

 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.  

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

LocationsLexington, MA

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypePaid Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Time TypeFull time

Job Exempt

No