The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston is one of the world's most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education and prevention. It was named the nation's No. 1 hospital for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report's 2024-2025 rankings. It is one of the nation's original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute. The extern will support the day-to-day visioning and implementation of MD Anderson's institutional strategic plans to deliver value impactful innovations.   *****Ideal candidates will currently be enrolled in a Master's degree program and will have an interest in digital innovations, product research, product development, human-centered-design, and/or product analysis ***** Activities may include supporting innovation team members in conducting research, creating strategy based on research conducted, and help with implementation of strategies. The Innovation extern will enable transformational change by supporting the innovation team at MD Anderson in: Engage with patients, caregivers and employees across MD Anderson to understand needs  Synthesize insights to find gaps/opportunities Assist in designing and developing presentations  Synthesize recommendations  Support business planning process Implement and advance innovative solutions  Help develop metrics for quantifying and tracking Collaborate with cross disciplinary teams to enable change through Human-Centered-Design The ideal candidate is a highly motivated individual who demonstrates the following competencies: Creative complex problem-solving skills Curious and innovative mindset  Ability to synthesize information and communicate complex ideas effectively Flexibility and agility to work in a dynamic environment  Ability to collaborate in a cross disciplinary team, with stakeholders at various levels across MD Anderson Human-Centered-Design approach, where patients and caregivers come first Accountability Analytical and problem-solving skills Other duties as assigned Preferred Education: currently enrolled in a Master's degree program. Candidates in pursuit of degrees related to innovation, business, technology, data sciences, design, marketing, or human-computer interaction. Preferred Experience: The preferred candidate will have an interest in digital innovations, product research, product development, human-centered-design, and/or product analysis It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html Additional Information + Requisition ID: 173164 + Employment Status: Part-Time Not Benefits Eligible + Employee Status: Regular + Work Week: Days + Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 35,360 + Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 43,680 + Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 52,000 + FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay + Fund Type: Hard + Work Location: Onsite + Pivotal Position: No + Referral Bonus Available?: No + Relocation Assistance Available?: No + Science Jobs: No \#LI-Onsite