
Turn Data into a Difference: Statistics/Programming/Data Science Industrial Placement Programme (Summer 2027)
Overview
What if your placement year meant more than observing from the sidelines? Join Novartis, a global healthcare leader and spend 12 months working hands-on with real clinical trial and healthcare data, helping to advance medicines that could improve patients' lives. Based in White City, London, you'll become part of Advanced Quantitative Sciences (AQS), a collaborative team of statistical programmers, biostatisticians and data scientists who play a critical role in drug development.
You'll work on meaningful projects using tools such as SAS, R and emerging AI technologies, gaining practical experience analysing data, generating insights, and supporting real development programmes. Along the way, you'll learn from experienced professionals, collaborate with international teams, build highly sought-after analytical skills, and contribute to work that has genuine impact. Whether your interests lie in statistics, programming or data science, this is a unique opportunity to develop your career at the intersection of data, innovation and healthcare. We welcome students from quantitative disciplines who are curious, eager to learn, and excited about using data to make a difference.
How to Apply
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Deadline for applications is 25th October 2026, with interviews planned for 13th November 2026.