We are seeking Master's and PhD students majoring in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field for 12-Week Student Intern roles in Gaithersburg, MD for a May 19th - August 8th contract period.
Position Duties:
Use advanced characterization techniques to understand conformational stability of proteins.
Utilize formulation design principles to create stable formulations of novel modalities.
Explore novel characterization tools for predicting stability of protein formulations.
Position Requirements:
Master's and PhD students majoring in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
Candidates must have an expected graduation date after August 2025.
Understanding of protein characterization techniques is required.
Experience with wet lab techniques such as pipetting, DSC, particle characterization, or chromatography is preferred.
Software exposure to graph pad prism is preferred.
Enthusiasm for collaboration, cross-functional projects, public speaking, and presentation design.
US Work Authorization is required at time of application.
This role will not be providing OPT support.
Ability to report onsite to Gaithersburg, MD for 5 days a week. This role will not provide relocation assistance.
Minimum grade point average of 3.0
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
