Intern, Research and Development - API Synthesis

Position Summary 

Exela Pharma Sciences, LLC., seeks a Summer Intern, API Synthesis to join our team in Lenoir, NC. The Summer Intern, API Synthesis will be responsible in process development to support ongoing API Synthesis projects and in process testing (Using TLC, HPLC etc.) with some supervision. The incumbent will also generate test results and review technical documents that support the API synthesis. The individual will also be responsible for managing his/her activities with efficient time management to maximize productivity. This position supports the ongoing process development of pharmaceutical products in compliance with local procedures, corporate policies, and the regulatory requirements of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Job Responsibilities 

• Develop and validate process for various API Synthesis with some supervision.
• Draft and review technical documents supporting API process development such as process validation protocols and reports.
• Perform analytical testing as needed to support product development.
• Perform analytical testing of samples supporting incoming raw materials.
• Utilize analytical instrumentation such as FTIR, HPLC, GC, wet chemistry techniques, UV/VIS, KF, and LCMS and have a scientific understanding of these techniques.
• Help in cleaning the API clean room as needed.
• Perform all activities in compliance with cGLP/cGMP requirements.
• Assume other responsibilities as assigned by area management.

Education Requirements   

• Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or an Associate Degree in scientific discipline required
• Fall 2025, December 2025, Spring 2026 graduates preferred

Experience Requirements  

• Excellent attention to detail and working knowledge of FDA Regulations/Guidance’s, Good Laboratory Practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organization, time-management, display sound judgment, problem-solving, interpersonal skills.