Jane Zou

Senior Scientist, Biostatistics at Merck

(ex-Novartis)

About

Hi! I'm a Senior Scientist in Biostatistics at Merck with over three years of experience in clinical development and regulatory submissions. Before joining Merck, I completed a biostatistics internship at Novartis. My background includes a B.S. in Biology, an M.S. in Bioinformatics, and a Ph.D. in Biostatistics, giving me a broad perspective across the life sciences. I've also been involved in interviewing and mentoring interns for Merck's 2025 and 2026 Summer Internship Programs and serve as an Intern Manager for the 2026 program.

How I Can Help Whether you're exploring graduate school or preparing for a career in pharma or biotech, I'm happy to help with: Career planning in biostatistics, bioinformatics, and life sciences Graduate school and career transitions Resume reviews and interview preparation Clinical development and drug development careers Insights into working at a global pharmaceutical company

What to Expect My sessions are relaxed, practical, and tailored to your goals. Whether you have specific questions or just want guidance on your next step, I'll share honest advice and actionable feedback based on my own experiences in academia and the pharmaceutical industry.

Skills

Clinical trial design (Phase I–III)Endpoint and biomarker strategyIND/NDA clinical sectionsStatistical modelingR / Python workflowsData visualization and reportingClinical trial designClinical safety analytics

What I can help with

Connect & Chat

Not sure where to start? Let's talk! In this free introductory session, we'll discuss your goals, answer your questions, and identify how I can best support your career or academic journey in the life sciences.

$0/15min

Career development help

This one-hour session is tailored to your career goals in the life sciences. We can discuss career planning, graduate school decisions, transitioning from academia to industry, resume and interview preparation, networking strategies, and navigating careers in biostatistics, bioinformatics, and the pharmaceutical industry. You'll leave with personalized advice and actionable next steps based on your background and goals.

$80/60min

Resume review

Receive personalized feedback on your resume from a Senior Biostatistician in the pharmaceutical industry. We'll review your resume together and discuss how to better highlight your skills, research, internships, and achievements for graduate school or industry positions. During the session, we can cover: Resume structure and formatting Bullet point improvements Tailoring your resume for internships or full-time roles Highlighting technical and research experience Tips for life science, biostatistics, bioinformatics, and pharmaceutical careers Please send your resume before the session so I can review it in advance and maximize our time together.

$65/45min

Mock interview

Prepare for your next interview with personalized practice and feedback. This session is designed for students and early-career professionals pursuing opportunities in biostatistics, bioinformatics, clinical research, and the pharmaceutical industry. During the session, we will: Practice common behavioral and technical interview questions Improve your communication and storytelling Receive real-time feedback on your answers Discuss strategies for presenting your experience confidently For the best experience, please send the job description and your resume before the session so I can tailor the interview to your target role.

$75/45min

Ask Me Anything

Have questions about graduate school, careers, or working in the pharmaceutical industry? This 30-minute session is an open Q&A where you can ask me anything about biostatistics, bioinformatics, clinical research, career transitions, or life as an industry scientist. Common topics include: Graduate school and career advice Working at a pharmaceutical company Biostatistics and clinical development Transitioning from academia to industry Day-to-day life in the biotech and pharma industry This is a casual, conversational session tailored to your questions. Whether you need quick advice or want to learn more about the industry, I'm happy to share my experiences and insights.

$50/30min

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Pay per session · no subscription

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.

Review summary

5.0★★★★★1 review

Shutian L.

★★★★★

“Jane has been an incredibly supportive presence throughout my time working with her. She is always willing to help, and consistently offers encouragement that keeps me motivated. Jane brings genuine expertise to career development conversations — her advice on resume writing, in particular, is sharp, practical, and tailored to what actually gets results. I've come away from every conversation with her feeling more confident and better equipped to move forward in my career.”

Career development help · 5 days ago

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