Preclinical Mathematical Modeling Internship
AstraZeneca
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- Pay
- $37 to $39
- an hour
- Location
- Cambridge, MA
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time, Internship
- Posted
- Oct 27
- 1 day ago
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About the company
AstraZeneca
Pharmaceuticals · 10,001+ employees
What you'll do
- 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
What you need
- Anticipated graduation date after August 2027
- Applied or proficient skills in programming and data analysis
- US work authorization that does not require visa sponsorship
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to report onsite to Cambridge 3 days a week
- MATLAB coding proficiency (preferred)
- Education: a bachelor's degree
Key skills
programmingdata analysisMATLAB coding proficiencyordinary differential equationsparameter sensitivity analysis
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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 an undergraduate 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.
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, juniors and seniors- me eting the applicable graduation timeline requirements with an anticipated graduation date set for after August 2027.
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.
Hourly range: $37-$39 per hour
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Date Posted
27-Oct-2026
Closing Date
05-Nov-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.