Clinical Applications Intern

Job Description

About the Company

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Zimmer Biomet is a global leader in medical technology, with nearly a century of innovation. The company’s mission is to enhance patient mobility, with a Zimmer Biomet product or technology impacting a patient’s mobility every 8 seconds. As an employer, Zimmer Biomet is committed to providing a supportive environment for its team members, offering development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location-specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives, and a culture that values recognition and performance awards. They strive to create an inclusive environment where every team member feels respected, empowered, and recognized.

Job Description: Clinical Applications Intern

What You Can Expect
The Clinical Applications Intern role is designed to provide essential support to the Biostatistics & Clinical Data Management (BCDM) department. The primary focus of this position is to contribute to the development and maintenance of software applications utilized in clinical research, with a specific emphasis on the Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS).

How You’ll Create Impact (Key Responsibilities)
As a Clinical Applications Intern, you will play a supportive role in various critical areas:
• Software Support: Assist in the testing and ongoing maintenance of clinical software applications, working under the guidance of experienced developers and analysts.
• Documentation: Support the creation and maintenance of technical processes, user guides, and validation protocols to ensure clarity and compliance.
• Requirements Gathering: Participate in sessions with stakeholders to gather and better understand business and user needs for clinical applications.
• Issue Management: Help monitor and track system issues, and assist in troubleshooting efforts under supervision.
• Data Integrity: Perform basic data checks and contribute to data validation efforts to ensure the accuracy and integrity of clinical data.
• Training Support: Observe and support user training sessions for clinical applications, and assist in the preparation of necessary training materials.

What Makes You Stand Out (Desired Skills and Qualifications)
Candidates who possess the following attributes and skills will be highly regarded:
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for effective collaboration.
• Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple tasks or assignments efficiently under supervision.
• Teamwork: A strong ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: A detail-oriented mindset with the ability to meticulously follow documented procedures and best practices.
• Curiosity & Learning: A curious nature and a willingness to learn about clinical applications and how technology supports clinical trials and research.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Programming Exposure: Exposure to or coursework in programming languages such as Java, JavaScript, SQL, Python, or similar.
• Relational Databases (Plus): A basic understanding of relational databases and familiarity with writing or reading simple SQL queries is considered a plus.
• Web Development/UX/UI (Plus): An interest in web development and knowledge of HTML and CSS, or UX/UI principles, is also a plus.

Your Background (Required Qualifications)
To be eligible for this internship, candidates must meet the following criteria:
• Academic Enrollment: Must be actively enrolled in an academic program for the entire duration of the assignment.
• Availability: Must be available to work full-time (40 hours/week) throughout the co-op session.
• Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship.
• Education: Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Health Informatics, Data Science, or a related field.
• GPA: A minimum GPA of 3.0 is strongly preferred.

Travel Expectations
This role may require minimal travel, up to 5%.

Zimmer Biomet is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability).
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