Research Intern - Scientific & Regulatory Affairs - Health Futures
Redmond, WA 
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OverviewResearch Internships at Microsoft provide a dynamic environment for research careers with a network of world-class research labs led by globally-recognized scientists and engineers, who pursue innovation in a range of scientific and technical disciplines to help solve complex challenges in diverse fields, including computing, healthcare, economics, and the environment. This position is for a research internship with the Microsoft Health Futures group at Microsoft Research in Redmond (US). Microsoft Health Futures is focused on empowering every person on the planet to live a healthier future. To this end, we are responsible for research, incubations, and moonshots that drive cross-company strategy, partnerships, and real-world impact across healthcare and the life sciences. We are an interdisciplinary team of experts and practitioners who endeavor to develop next-generation methods and tools for precision health. Health regulatory policy is dynamic and multi-faceted, requiring an understanding of new and developing technologies, the health and life sciences industry, and the principles and considerations informing policy in areas such as safety and reliability software as a medical device, real world evidence, privacy, ethics, and responsible AI. The Scientific and Regulatory Affairs team of Health Futures is seeking a Healthcare Regulatory and Policy research intern to review and synthesize developments in the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape impacting precision health and digital healthcare globally. The use of generative AI in medicine holds much promise for future breakthroughs, as well as faster and less costly approval of new diagnostics and treatment therapies. As the focus of this internship, we would like to study the potential for how generative AI can be used in the drug development lifecycle to accelerate the approach to areas such as regulatory filings, generation of real world evidence, clinical trial documentation and audits. With the potential for this content to become increasingly reliant on AI generated content, we need to consider how both regulators and professionals engage and develop trust. You will collaborate with a team of top-notch researchers, medical practitioners, and regulatory professionals to explore an area such as the below, based on current research directions:Research the application of co-audit tools based on generative AI to quality management systems and processes related to preparation of regulatory filings in the drug development context.Evaluate the development of regulatory frameworks in health and life sciences, particularly as related to the use of AI to generate real world evidence, to educate a diverse audience and facilitate discussions about the impact of regulation on our work.Collaborate with our interdisciplinary team to identify implementation challenges and best practices for responsible and safe deployment of generative AI technologies in health and life sciences technology research.Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
ResponsibilitiesResearch Interns put inquiry and theory into practice. Alongside fellow doctoral candidates and some of the world's best researchers, Research Interns learn, collaborate, and network for life. Research Interns not only advance their own careers, but they also contribute to exciting research and development strides. During the 12-week internship, Research Interns are paired with mentors and expected to collaborate with other Research Interns and researchers, present findings, and contribute to the vibrant life of the community. Research internships are available in all areas of research, and are offered year-round, though they typically begin in the summer.

 

Position Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Type
Full Time
Period of Employment
Open
Type of Compensation
Paid
College Credits Earned
No
Tuition Assistance
No
Required Student Status
Open
Preferred Majors
Other
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