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Job Description

The volume of insights captured by US Medical Affairs Oncology (USMAO)—from Medical Science Liaison (MSL) engagements, advisory boards, social media, HCP belief scores, and sentiment analysis—continues to expand. While dashboards exist to consolidate this information, there is a growing need to go beyond visualization and apply deeper analytics. This internship will focus on transforming raw insights into actionable outputs that inform strategy, enhance field effectiveness, and strengthen decision-making.

As a USMAO Strategy and Analytics Intern, you will apply advanced analytical methods to large-scale Medical Affairs data, uncover meaningful patterns, and deliver outputs that directly shape USMAO’s evidence generation priorities and stakeholder engagement strategy.

How You Will Contribute

Insights Integration – Aggregate and analyze data from multiple channels (MSL, advisory boards, social media, sentiment, HCP belief scores).

Trend Identification – Detect patterns, signals, and opportunities across therapeutic areas and the competitive landscape.

Strategic Enablement – Translate data into insights that guide evidence generation, medical priorities, and engagement planning.

Operational Excellence – Enhance dashboards by adding interpretive layers and highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs).

Comprehensive Benchmarking – Propose meaningful metrics that emphasize outcomes at the patient level, including practice change and guideline adoption.

Opportunities

Gain exposure to advanced analytics in Medical Affairs and learn how insights shape oncology strategy.

Build hands-on skills in signal detection, benchmarking, and visualization.

Collaborate cross-functionally with scientific directors, operations, and digital and analytics teams.

Deliver high-visibility outputs that inform leadership decision-making.

Contribute to work that goes beyond operational tracking to measure real-world patient impact.

Job Requirements

This position will be hybrid role out of the Cambridge, MA location.

Currently pursuing a graduate degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, MPH, MBA, Data Science, or related field).

Strong analytical skills with experience in data analysis, visualization, or advanced statistics.

Interest in oncology, medical affairs, or data-driven decision-making.

Excellent communication and presentation skills to translate complex findings into clear narratives.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) or programming (R, Python) is a plus.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.

Internship Eligibility  

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship  

Must be currently enrolled in a degree program graduating December 2026 or later  

The internship program is 10-12 weeks depending on the two start dates (May 26th-August 14th or June 15th- August 21st)   

The intern must be able to commit to one of these time frames   

Able to work full time 40 hours a week during internship dates   

Takeda 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 responsibilities  

Dedicated mentorship program pairing interns with experienced professionals  

Networking opportunities with industry professionals and fellow interns  

Internship events focused on professional and skills development   

Exposure to multiple business areas or departments within a Pharmaceutical Organization  

  

Applications will be accepted between October 31st- November 16th  

 

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:

Boston, 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.

LocationsBoston, MA

Worker TypeEmployee

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

Time TypeFull time

Job Exempt

No

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