Quality Intern at Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc. in Princeton, NJ

Summary: Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc. is committed to turning scientific promise into meaningful innovation for underserved neurological and rare disease communities. The Quality Intern will support the Quality Risk and Compliance team by assisting with clinical study quality oversight, data analysis, and improving monitoring processes for clinical studies. Responsibilities: - Support clinical study quality oversight - Assist with data analysis and report findings (written and presentation) - Collaborate with other teams, working with processes, metrics, reports, monitoring - Improve how clinical study performance is monitored and communicated to improve consistency and reduce duplication in how clinical study metrics are defined, applied, and reviewed across studies - Participates in team meetings, planning sessions, and strategic discussions to gain exposure to business operations and contribute insights where appropriate - Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and alignment with company values in all interactions - Completes a capstone project or final presentation summarizing internship contributions and key learnings Required Qualifications: - Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Engineering, Business, Data Analytics, or related disciplines - Ability to organize information, identify patterns, and clearly communicate findings in writing and presentations - Comfortable using common workplace tools such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Visio (or similar programs) - Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to ask questions and learn new concepts - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends - Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities - High level of professionalism, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality - Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment - Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment Preferred Qualifications: - Coursework or experience related to process improvement, statistics, project management, or healthcare systems - Minimum GPA of 3.0 - Interest in process improvement, data analysis, quality, healthcare, life sciences, or related fields - Prior internship, leadership experience, campus involvement, or project-based work - Interest in the pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology industry Required Skills: Data analysis, Process improvement, Quality oversight Important Skills: Healthcare systems, Analytical skills, Project management, Communication skills Nice-to-Have Skills: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Visio, Curiosity, Time management, Team collaboration, Attention to detail Benefits: Competitive base, bonus, new hire and ongoing equity packages, Medical, dental, and vision insurance, Employer-paid life, disability, business travel and EAP coverage, 401(k) Plan with a fully vested company match 1:1 up to 5%, Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in, 15+ vacation days, 13 -15 paid holidays, including office closure between December 24th and January 1st, 10 days of paid sick time, Paid parental leave benefit, Tuition assistance