Bioprocessing Intern

  • Neurocrine Continental Inc.
  • US CA San Diego
  • 4mo ago
  • Full-Time
  • On-site

Who We Are:

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.

What We Do:

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine and neuropsychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids,* as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core 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. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedInX and Facebook. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)

About the Role:

Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: NBIX) is offering the opportunity to gain biologics/AAV production and bioprocess development experience in the world of biotechnology. Our intern program offers exposure to a wide range of biologics production and development activities, including antibody cell line development (CLD), antibody and AAV cell culture process development, purification process development, manufacturability assessment, and in-process analytical testing. The LO-antibody and AAV production and process team have a strong reputation in the industry for delivering high quality research material and developing robust, scalable manufacturing processes.

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Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):

  • Supporting a range of activities, including biologics process development and analytical testing
  • Gather information from literature, generate sound scientific hypothesis and design studies to test hypothesis
  • Perform development activities, including CLD, bioreactor operations, filtration, and chromatography operations etc.
  • Perform in-process sample testing.
  • Collect and analyze data; present data and progress in scientific discussions
  • Interacting with Research and CMC teams.
  • 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

Requirements:

  • Pursuing an undergraduate degree with an interest in biotechnology
  • Specific degree or field required: chemistry, biochemistry, bioengineering, biology or molecular biology.
  • 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: full-time

Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, 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.