Biostatistics Intern
Department: 124 BiometricsLocation: Waltham, MA
Company Overview:
Dyne Therapeutics is focused on discovering and advancing innovative life-transforming therapeutics for people living with genetically driven neuromuscular diseases. Leveraging the modularity of its FORCE™ platform, Dyne is developing targeted therapeutics that deliver to muscle and the central nervous system (CNS). Dyne has a broad pipeline for neuromuscular diseases, including clinical programs for myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) and Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and preclinical programs for facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) and Pompe disease. For more information, please visit https://www.dyne-tx.com/, and follow us on X, LinkedIn and Facebook.
Role Summary:
Guided by senior biostatisticians, the intern will conduct a specific research project exploring certain methodologies’ application in clinical trials targeting on rare diseases. During the internship, the student will conduct literature research, simulations and analyses.
This role is based in Waltham, MA without the possibility of being remote. This is a 3-month position beginning in May.
Primary Responsibilities Include:
- Develop and/or compare existing methodologies
- Test the methodologies implementation in natural history data analyses and validate its use in Dyne clinical study data
- Draft a manuscript for publication
- Build R shiny apps for internal use
Education and Skills Requirements:
- Currently enrolled in a PhD program in biostatistics or statistics
- Background and/or coursework experience in research and advanced programming skills in SAS or R are required
- Willingness to leverage various open-source technologies is a plus
- Strong communication skills and willingness to collaborate with team members
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principles functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance workload.
This description is not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements for the position. This position may change or assume additional duties at any time. The employee may be requested to perform different or additional duties as assigned. All Employees are expected to adhere to all company policies and act as a role model for company values.
Dyne Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
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