Statistician Internship
Statistician Internship
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Role Summary
- Responsibilities: In this role you will gain handson experience in critically appraising and interpreting complex statistical analyses planning and performing analyses of clinical trial data and synthesising evidence alongside our experienced team who will provide onetoone training and mentoring throughout the internship
- Salary: A monthly stipend of 2150
- Benefits: Hybrid working options statutory holiday allowance flexible working hours employer pension contributions as well as funded social activities
- Role Type: Fulltime temporary internship
- Start Date: We have start dates available from Summer 2025 onwards including July August September and October. The internship will last for 3 or 6 months
- Location: This role is available in our London Manchester and Bristol offices
About the Role
This position is ideal for recent graduates and postgraduates as well as current students who are looking to gain experience in the field of statistics within a commercial environment. You will be presented with the opportunity to apply techniques learned during your academic training to realworld problems in healthcare and medical science. You will work on projects involving data analysis and the communication of both methodologies and results in a variety of publications value materials health economic models or health technology assessment submissions.
You will typically be working on several projects across a variety of therapeutic areas at any one time which could include critically appraising and interpreting complex statistical analyses planning and performing analyses of clinical trial data or synthesising evidence using Bayesian and frequentist (network) metaanalysis techniques. The results of each analysis can feed into publications value materials health economic models or health technology assessment submissions. You will therefore be exposed to a wide variety of our services and a broad range of therapeutic areas.
Interns receive extensive onetoone training on the technical aspects of projects as well as learning about project management and effective communication with clients.
Career Prospects After the Internship
During the internship programme individuals performing well may be given the opportunity to extend their internship to six months (note that this is dependent on business need). When this happens it allows our interns to further develop their skills and potentially gain experience of other areas of the company (again dependent on business need as well as the individuals interests).
Additionally there is the opportunity for strong candidates to apply for the Statistician role and join our expanding team on a permanent basis. On average 50% of our Statistician Interns move into a permanent role with Costello Medical.
To learn more about a typical day for a Statistician at Costello Medical please click here:
Starting Your Career as a Statistician
Andrei a Senior Statistician at Costello Medical has written an article for the University of Cambridge where he shares his experiences of studying Mathematics at university and seeking a role where he could use his mathematical skills for good which led him to Costello Medical: Costello Medical Costello Medical is a rapidly growing global healthcare agency specialising in medical communications market access and health economic and outcomes research. We work with a wide range of clients including the industrys most successful pharmaceutical and medical technology companies patient and public health bodies and charitable organisations. We have been listed in the Top 100 Best Companies to Work For list since 2017 and were proud to receive B Corporation accreditation in 2022. Learn more about us our work and our mission on our website: You This internship is suited to recent graduates and postgraduates as well as current students who are permitted to complete full time internships either during the holidays or as a placement as a part of their degree. In line with the companys values the successful applicant will be passionate about improving patient outcomes by applying their statistical knowledge and technical skills to the healthcare industry. Essential requirements for the role are: At Costello Medical we warmly welcome applicants from academia who are looking to transitioning into a role within a commercial industrybased setting. We understand the unique perspectives and valuable skills that academic professionals bring to our team. To support your career change we offer comprehensive training mentorship programs and a work culture that fosters collaboration growth and innovation. We are committed to facilitating a smooth transition and helping you thrive in an industrybased setting. Many of our team members have successfully made this transition and they share how their expertise has been transformed into fulfilling impactful careers with us. Learn more here: We Offer The stipend for interns is 2150 per calendar month and you will be entitled to statutory holiday. We are proud of our position in The Best Companies Top 100 Companies to Work for list which has been achieved for five consecutive years awarded because of the friendly and supportive environment that we generate for our colleagues and the opportunities offered for quick progression and increased responsibility. We provide exceptional internal training opportunities to work on pro bono and charitable projects and regular companyfunded social activities. You are required to submit your CV and a cover letter via our online application form. In your cover letter you must explain why you think you would be suited to the role and why you would like to join Costello Medical with examples to support both. Your CV should clearly state the dates of all qualifications and grades achieved where applicable. Then our recruitment process includes a telephone interview with a member of our Talent Acquisition team. Following this you will also be sent a technical assessment using R programming and a proofreading exercise that we ask you to complete in your own time. If successful you will be invited to an interview with senior members of our Statistics team. Our standard recruitment process lasts around 6 weeks however this can be adapted if necessary. As an equal opportunity employer we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and throughout the recruitment process there are a number of reasonable adjustments we can provide. Please click here to learn more. Please note that whilst we embrace AI to innovate and improve processes your role may involve confidential data that cannot be uploaded to AI. Therefore it is important for us to assess your own skills and abilities so we recommend that you do not rely solely on this technology to generate any application materials. Please note that this role does not meet the eligibility criteria for visa sponsorship and you will therefore need the right to work in the UK independently from the company. Required Experience: Intern
Joining Costello Medical from Academia
The Application Process
Visa Sponsorship
Employment Type
Temp
