What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2025 Summer Intern - ML-Driven Chemical Reaction Modeling position at Veranova?
Who We Are:
At Veranova, we believe people are our most important asset, and we are dedicated to building the most talented and diverse workforce in our industry. Our commitment to uncompromising focus on quality, compliance, safety, and excellence in delivery shapes everything we do. We are not just looking for skills; we are seeking innovative individuals who have a mindset open to learning and growth, and a desire to make a difference.
Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.
Join us on our mission to enable current and next-generation therapeutics to improve and save the lives of patients.
Role Overview:
Looking for a rewarding internship? Veranova’s 2025 Internship Program will allow you to partake in meaningful roles that will prepare you for your future.
Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of active pharmaceutical ingredients, focused on specialist niches with expertise in highly regulated and complex chemistries. Operating within two divisions, Generics and Originators, we deliver a differentiated service offering to pharma and biotech customers for every stage in the drug development lifecycle.
Visit www.veranova.com to learn more about available roles and Veranova's capabilities and culture.
The scope of each placement is designed to promote team building, develop personal skills and technical skillset. You will receive guidance and career advice along the way. You will also participate in various different workshops specifically designed to assist you in building the critical skills needed in the workplace.
We offer a competitive hourly rate. This program consists of a 10–12-week internship at our Devens, MA location.
This Summer Internship project will be focused on developing a machine learning model and user interface that assists chemists in optimizing reaction kinetics workflows. The project draws inspiration from the Open-Source platform and recent advances in modeling chemical kinetics.
This role will work closely with various departments within Veranova, including the engineering team, laboratory scientists familiar with microscopy techniques, engineers for microscope integration, and IT support.
Key Objectives:
At Veranova, we are on a misson to meet people that believe in our values and can contribute to the team in a variety of ways. Please visit www.veranova.com to view all open roles and join our Talent Community to stay connected and learn about opportunities as they arise.
We value a range of experiences and perspectives. If you want to be part of improving and saving the lives of patients, we encourage you to apply regardless of whether you meet every qualification listed.
If you are a veteran, first responder, or in the process of transitioning from service member to civilian life, we encourage you to apply. Your experience brings invaluable skills and insights that can contribute to our team.
For applicants who may require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email to talentacquisition@veranova.com in order to confirm your request for an accommodation. Please include the job number, title, and location of role. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Veranova employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.
Additional Information:
Applicants for this role must be authorized to work in the United States without further employer sponsorship.
Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Veranova does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting.
Important Notice Regarding Recruitment Scams: Veranova is committed to providing a professional and secure recruitment experience for all applicants. Unfortunately, fraudulent job postings and recruitment scams are becoming more prevalent. We want to ensure that all candidates are aware of potential scams. Please see our notice here.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Veranova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Veranova to provide equal employment access and opportunity to all persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
All applications are carefully considered, and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Veranova for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise. Veranova respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice .
At Veranova, we believe people are our most important asset, and we are dedicated to building the most talented and diverse workforce in our industry. Our commitment to uncompromising focus on quality, compliance, safety, and excellence in delivery shapes everything we do. We are not just looking for skills; we are seeking innovative individuals who have a mindset open to learning and growth, and a desire to make a difference.
Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.
Join us on our mission to enable current and next-generation therapeutics to improve and save the lives of patients.
Role Overview:
Looking for a rewarding internship? Veranova’s 2025 Internship Program will allow you to partake in meaningful roles that will prepare you for your future.
Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of active pharmaceutical ingredients, focused on specialist niches with expertise in highly regulated and complex chemistries. Operating within two divisions, Generics and Originators, we deliver a differentiated service offering to pharma and biotech customers for every stage in the drug development lifecycle.
Visit www.veranova.com to learn more about available roles and Veranova's capabilities and culture.
The scope of each placement is designed to promote team building, develop personal skills and technical skillset. You will receive guidance and career advice along the way. You will also participate in various different workshops specifically designed to assist you in building the critical skills needed in the workplace.
We offer a competitive hourly rate. This program consists of a 10–12-week internship at our Devens, MA location.
This Summer Internship project will be focused on developing a machine learning model and user interface that assists chemists in optimizing reaction kinetics workflows. The project draws inspiration from the Open-Source platform and recent advances in modeling chemical kinetics.
This role will work closely with various departments within Veranova, including the engineering team, laboratory scientists familiar with microscopy techniques, engineers for microscope integration, and IT support.
Key Objectives:
- Develop an ML model that can predict reaction kinetics parameters from experimental time-series data
- Create an intuitive web interface for chemists to upload, analyze, and visualize kinetic data
- Implement automated extraction of rate constants and model selection capabilities
- Design interactive visualization tools for reaction progress and parameter sensitivity analysis
- Build a framework for suggesting optimal reaction conditions based on learned models
- Working towards a BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or related field
- Minimum Overall GPA of 2.7 required
- Programming proficiency in Python
- Experience with ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX)
- Understanding of differential equations and numerical methods
- Basic knowledge of chemical kinetics (preferred)
- Web development experience (React or similar frameworks)
- Demonstrated leadership skills with a true career aspiration to be a leader
- Must be adaptable, strive for excellence, and demonstrate a positive attitude in the face of adversity
- Strong interpersonal skills a must, coupled with a proven ability to build collaborative relationships to achieve results
At Veranova, we are on a misson to meet people that believe in our values and can contribute to the team in a variety of ways. Please visit www.veranova.com to view all open roles and join our Talent Community to stay connected and learn about opportunities as they arise.
We value a range of experiences and perspectives. If you want to be part of improving and saving the lives of patients, we encourage you to apply regardless of whether you meet every qualification listed.
If you are a veteran, first responder, or in the process of transitioning from service member to civilian life, we encourage you to apply. Your experience brings invaluable skills and insights that can contribute to our team.
For applicants who may require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email to talentacquisition@veranova.com in order to confirm your request for an accommodation. Please include the job number, title, and location of role. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Veranova employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.
Additional Information:
Applicants for this role must be authorized to work in the United States without further employer sponsorship.
Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Veranova does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting.
Important Notice Regarding Recruitment Scams: Veranova is committed to providing a professional and secure recruitment experience for all applicants. Unfortunately, fraudulent job postings and recruitment scams are becoming more prevalent. We want to ensure that all candidates are aware of potential scams. Please see our notice here.
- Legitimate communications from Veranova will only come from official email addresses using our domain: @veranova.com.
- Legitimate LinkedIn communications will only come from active Veranova employees.
- Veranova will never ask candidates for sensitive personal information during the application process (e.g., bank account details or social security number).
- Veranova will never ask candidates for payment (e.g., for equipment, training, or background checks).
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Veranova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Veranova to provide equal employment access and opportunity to all persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
All applications are carefully considered, and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Veranova for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they arise. Veranova respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice .
