AI Researcher Jobs in New Jersey

Job Description

The Future Talent Program features Cooperative (Co-op) education that lasts 4-6 months and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research and Development Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.

The Analytics & Technology Systems team identifies, develops, and implements innovative technology solutions that enhance quality oversight activities. The team collaborates with business and Digital/IT partners to build dashboards, applications, analytics capabilities, and AI-enabled solutions while advancing awareness and education around analytics, data science, and emerging technologies.

This Opportunity May Be a Great Fit If You Are:

• Curious about healthcare, science, technology, analytics, AI, quality, or innovation.
• Interested in understanding how medicines are developed and brought to patients.
• Excited by opportunities to work with data, dashboards, technology, automation, or process improvement initiatives.
• Comfortable learning new tools, technologies, and business processes.
• Organized, self-motivated, and able to take ownership of assignments.
• A strong collaborator who enjoys working with people from diverse backgrounds and functions.
• Interested in solving problems and contributing new ideas.

Required Qualifications

• Available to work full-time for up to six (6) months during 2027.
• Completed at least two (2) years of study toward a bachelor's degree by December 2026.
• Current undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in a relevant field such as:
• Computer Science
• Data Analytics / Data Science
• Engineering
• Biology or Chemistry
• Health Sciences
• Public Health
• Pharmacy
• Information Technology
• Business
• Related disciplines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to take ownership of deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interest in analytics, dashboards, AI, data science, automation, or digital transformation.
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, or Project.
• Exposure to dashboard development, analytics, data science, or AI solutions.
• Familiarity with PowerApps, advanced Excel, technical writing, or project management tools.
• Experience with document management platforms such as SharePoint, Veeva, FirstDoc, or Documentum.

Location & Additional Information:

• Full-time co-op position located in either Upper Gwynedd, PA or Rahway, NJ.

Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company.

Salary range:
The salary range for this role is $39,108 through $111,111.

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RL2027

Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
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Employee Status:
Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation:
No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:
No

Travel Requirements:
10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid

Shift:
1st - Day

Valid Driving License:
No

Hazardous Material(s):
N/A

Job Posting End Date:
10/16/2026*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID: R414840