AI PhD Discovery Data Science Internship

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We're looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

AI PhD Discovery Data Science Internship Overview:

You will be part of a growing and dynamic Advanced Intelligence (AI) team whose main goal is to develop algorithms and methods for discovery research, or methods to support research goals through advanced AI/ML.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with research teams to identify, scope, and execute analytic efforts that answer scientific questions, solve business needs, and add business value
• Maintain a broad understanding of drug discovery with scientific teams, bringing an objective voice to the table, and facilitating decisions grounded in data
• Collaborate with other analytics team members to review and provide feedback on the analytics work being done, and be willing to seek feedback from other team members about your own work
• Stay current with respect to statistical/mathematical/AI modeling methodology, to maintain proficiency in applying new and varied methods, and to be competent in justifying methods selected

Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in and attending school. PhD student with at least three years of completed graduate work in Statistics, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Operations Research, Mathematics/Applied Math, or closely related field.

Desired Experience:

• Deep and broad knowledge of statistical modeling, natural language processing, machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, image analysis, and data mining methods and tools
• Proficiency with analytic tools (R, Python, C++)
• Interpersonal communication skills for effective customer consultation
• Teamwork and leadership skills
• Self-management skills with a focus on results for timely and accurate completion of competing deliverables
• Make the impossible possible in your quest to make life better
• Bring Analytics to life by giving it zeal and making it applicable to our business
• Know, learn, and keep up-to-date on the statistical and scientific advances to maximize your impact
• Bring an insatiable desire to learn, to innovate, and to challenge yourself for the benefit of patients

Additional Benefits:

• All interns will be considered for full-time positions based on their internship performance and the business need
• Lilly arranges various intern activities including sporting events, dinners, lunch and learns, etc. to provide opportunities for socializing, professional development, and learning more about Lilly
• Interns will receive a competitive salary and free parking at their work site, as well as access to Lilly's LIFE fitness center and bike garage
• If the intern's job position requires a move from another location, Lilly will provide travel arrangements and subsidized housing

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Actual compensation will depend on a candidate's education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$65.00 / per hour

Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly's compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

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