Join a Legacy of Innovation 125 Years and Counting!
Daiichi Sankyo Group is dedicated to the creation and supply of innovative pharmaceutical therapies to improve standards of care and address diversified, unmet medical needs of people globally by leveraging our world-class science and technology. With more than 125 years of scientific expertise and a presence in more than 20 countries, Daiichi Sankyo and its 18,000 employees around the world draw upon a rich legacy of innovation and a robust pipeline of promising new medicines to help people. In addition to a strong portfolio of medicines for cardiovascular diseases, under the Group’s 2025 Vision to become a “Global Pharma Innovator with Competitive Advantage in Oncology,” Daiichi Sankyo is primarily focused on providing novel therapies in oncology, as well as other research areas centered around rare diseases and immune disorders.
We are currently seeking a SAS Global Macros Standardization & Deployment Intern for Summer 2026. This full-time position works for approximately 37.5 hours per week.
Responsibilities:
Summer Intern Project Plan: SAS Global Macros Standardization & Deployment
Project Title
Supporting Global Macro Deployment Strategy and Standardization in Statistical Programming
Scope of Work
A. Global Macro Deployment Strategy Implementation
Objective: Support the rollout and maintenance of standardized macros across studies and therapeutic areas.
Key Tasks:
• Understand the macro classification (Core, Utility, Analysis-Specific).
• Assist in packaging macros for deployment in shared repositories.
• Help define macro metadata (purpose, parameters, dependencies, version, owner).
• Perform checks for alignment with standard folder structures and naming conventions.
Deliverables:
• Documented global macro deployment process and version control checklist.
• Summary matrix linking macros to study usage and version history.
Qualifications:
Education:
• Currently pursuing a master’s or PhD degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, or Data Science.
• Coursework or exposure to statistical programming in SAS and clinical data standards.
Skills:
• Proficiency in Base SAS and Macro programming.
• Understanding of SAS library structures, metadata, and parameterization.
• Knowledge of programming standards, code modularization, and documentation best practices.
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git, SVN) and folder structuring principles.
• Strong analytical and documentation skills.
Experience:
• Prior academic or internship experience in programming automation or code deployment.
• Exposure to clinical programming workflows (TLF generation, QC processes) desirable.
• Understanding of reproducibility and governance in programming environments is a plus.
Common Soft Skills:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Interest in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or clinical research domain.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a multi-disciplinary global team.
Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary Range:
$17.23 - $58.15