What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Stage Product Development, Preformulation and Materials Science Intern position at Neurocrine Biosciences?
At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options.
What We Do:Neurocrine Biosciences is a neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, endocrine and psychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, Parkinson's disease, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as clinical programs in multiple therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. *in collaboration with AbbVie
About the Role:Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: NBIX) is offering the opportunity to gain scientific experience in the world of biotechnology, product development, and materials engineering. Our intern program offers exposure to the development of drug products, with hands-on experience in lab and with various types of instrumentation. This position will assist in solid-state material characterization, crystallization optimization, solubility/stability determination, preclinical formulation development, and analytical support for multiple programs in the small molecule space, as well as biologic modalities such as monoclonal antibodies, gene therapy, and peptides.
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Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):Supporting a range of activities, including preformulation and materials science studies
Executing and assisting other lab personnel in physical characterization, solubility, stability, and form screening studies in support of form selection and development activities
Maintaining and operating instrumentation and equipment required for preformulation and materials science activities
Perform analysis with instrumentation including DSC, TGA, PXRD, Particle-Size Analysis, GVS/SA, PLM, SiriusT3 titration, Raman, viscometer, Microscopy (PLM, SM, SEM), HPLC, MS, and NMR
Report findings and present on analysis via detailed lab notebooks and scientific reports
Collaborating with a mentor team of cross-functional team members as well as the other interns in the class
Completing a special project and presenting the recommendations to senior management upon completion
Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree with an interest in biotechnology
Specific degree or field required: Chemistry, Biology, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or similar
Prior experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry would be an asset but is not required
Familiarity with biopharmaceutical technologies, physical and life sciences, product development, and regulatory approval processes is desirable
Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to think creatively and be a team player
Offer flexibility with a willingness to work on multiple projects simultaneously
Bring to the Company a skill set complementary to its technology and development therapeutics
Interest in attending various program events, including social gatherings, career development workshops, and more
Ability to commit to a 10-week, full-time summer program
Lab Work Requirements: Part-time or full-time
Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets employer.
We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don't line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.
