Evidera Summer 2023 Internship Program – Library Services
Job Title: Evidera Summer 2023 Internship Program – Library Services
Location: US Virtual
Level: MSc candidates
Start Date: June 5th – August 11th, 2023
Work That Matters
Evidera is a global research and consulting group that partners with life science companies worldwide. Our services are driven by world-class science and thought leadership and leverage a unique combination of capabilities in clinical development, regulatory consulting, HTA, health economics, outcomes research, market access and real-world evidence.
Position Summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful research team and to help define and drive solutions for clients and patients! As an intern you will have the opportunity to learn about the role Library Services plays in helping the company provide quality products to clients. You will learn a variety of tasks commonly performed in a corporate medical library setting.
At Evidera we hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team. As an intern, you’ll have mentorship and guidance as well as exposure to a variety of tasks and projects to help you prepare for your future career.
The internship is a 10-week position to provide support for multiple projects (including ‘live’ projects) under supervision, with tasks varying to degree by project and participate in targeted self-improvement projects. As an intern, you’ll have mentorship and guidance as well as exposure to a variety of tasks and projects to help you prepare for your future career.
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The Team
Our Library Services team has a combined 34 years of experience. The mission of Library Services is to obtain, maintain, and search for information that will assist Evidera staff in the delivery of quality products to their clients.
Responsibilities include:
- Assisting team members with designated tasks that drive the overall objectives of the function
- Participating in departmental and/or organization wide special projects aimed to achieving annual priorities
- Attending and participating in meetings and conference calls
- Participating in training sessions relevant to your designated functional area
- Other ad-hoc tasks under the direction of the Evidera supervisor
- Assisting with upkeep of the Library website, specifically the search string repository and instruments repositories.
- Creating training videos pertaining to various Library topics.
- Medline, Embase , PsycInfo and Cochrane database searching and search string translation.
- Creating a list of HTA instruction manuals for staff use.
- Assisting with occasional reference questions.
- Assisting with article retrieval as needed.
- Creating a list of guideline organization tools/questionnaires webpages.
Job Qualification
Education and Experience:
- Must be enrolled in a MSc Library Science program
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational skills and strong attention to detail, with proven ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently and effectively
- Good English and grammar skills
- High level of proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Who we are?
Evidera is a business within Pharmaceutical Product Development, LLC (PPD) a leading global contract research organization (CRO), and a is a preeminent provider of evidence-based solutions. We provide integrated scientific expertise and global operational capabilities to help clients generate the evidence needed to optimize the market access and commercial potential of products.
What we offer?
We know that if you are provided with the right support and resources needed you will thrive!
Some of our perks include:
- Competitive salary
- Clear opportunities for growth and career progression. We offer multiple Learning & Development programs, coaching and mentoring trainings, career planning and discussions to help you grow as a professional.
- Access to Employee Well-being programs and services. We value your emotional health and offer a variety of programs to support your mental healthcare.
- Collaborative working environment with focus on Diversity and Inclusion. At Evidera, we respect one another and recognize that our diversity makes our business stronger. We strive to be an inclusive organization where colleagues can be their authentic selves and grow their careers.
- Global exposure: Opportunity to work on multiple projects with some of the industry’s leading researchers around the globe.
- Smooth onboarding process with your own dedicated onboarding specialist and a working buddy to help you navigate through your first few weeks thus ensuring great start to your new role.
Our 4i Values:
Our 4i Values are critical components in accomplishing our mission. These values guide us and, ultimately, define us.
If you resonate with them and wish to accelerate the delivery of safe and effective therapeutics for some of the world’s most urgent health needs, submit your application – we’d love to hear from you!*
*only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
How to Apply
Please complete your online profile by attaching your (a) CV and (b) Covering Letter addressing your suitability to the role and indicating why this project is of interest to you. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a virtual interview via MS Teams.
Diversity Statement
PPD is proud to be an affirmative action employer that values diversity as a strength and fosters an environment of mutual respect. PPD is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, pregnancy, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or status within any other protected group.