Oars Data Analytics Undergraduate

Who can apply?

Applicants must be completing a placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year.

Undergraduate Vacancies | Pfizer UK

To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please see below

Department Overview

The Optimization, Analytics & Recruitment Solutions (OARS) team provides fit for purpose, robust intelligence and data insights designed to optimize performance of the Research & Development (R&D) engine providing analytics & intelligence to customers and stakeholders across clinical and regulatory functions within Pfizer Research Development and Pfizer Oncology Development.

Within OARS, the team look at the goals and protocols of clinical studies to assess their feasibility and drive decision making through providing country
- and site-specific analysis and assumptions. OARS partner with the clinical study team to optimize plans for country and site selection using accurate data analysis, data-driven estimates and scenario planning. Data aggregation and visualization tools will be used to have an understanding of quality signals for improved performance analytics and historical trend analyses. In addition the team provides the analytical support and development of predictive models that enable and support Pfizer’s portfolio of clinical trials.

What can I achieve and what will I be accountable for whilst completing a placement at Pfizer?

All successful applicants will have their assignment in OARS - working closely with experienced members of the team. The successful applicant will become part of the OARS team and will be expected to develop a sound technical grasp of the key stages in country & site selection, clinical study protocol optimization, enrollment modelling and ensuring quality is at the heart of all we do.

What other opportunities and benefits do Pfizer offer?
- Clinical Development
- Project Management
- Sourcing Compliance Management

We aim to facilitate an awareness of other areas of the business across the course of the placement, to provide a rounded awareness of the pharmaceutical business.

Successful applicants will also have the opportunity to have access to an extensive library of training tools and participate in regular educational sessions.

When can I start?

Placements will start on 1st September 2025 and will run for 12 months.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Type of person we are looking for, in relation to ‘Skills’, ‘Knowledge’ and ‘Motivation’:

- Completing placement as part of University Degree at a UK University either through Year In Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year
- On target for a good Degree Classification
- Self-motivated with ability to work freely
- Demonstrated effectiveness working as part of a team
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Detail focused
- Solution oriented and good joint problem solving abilities
- High IT literacy (experience in Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Who can apply?

Applicants must be completing placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year.

Please access the Word version of the Application Form here:
Undergraduate Vacancies | Pfizer UK

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Purpose

Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.

Digital Transformation Strategy

One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms - allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.

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