Intern, Formulation Development

Company: BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.
Location: Novato
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Job Description:

/PROJECT:The selected candidate will work in the Chemical, Drug Product and Devices Technologies group and primarily focus on evaluating spray drying based formulation for future drug products. The candidate will be working on:

• Preparing different formulations for spray drying
• Performing analysis of the spray dried formulations using chromatographic (reverse phase, size exclusion and Ion exchange HPLC), spectrophotometric (UV-VIS, fluorescence), DSC, XRD and standard wet chemistry techniques
• Follow written protocols and assist in rewriting working procedures
• Maintain thorough and timely documentation of experiments
• Present findings at internal group meetings Required Skills:
  • Basic lab skills including pipetting, using weighing balance
  • Clear understanding of the spray drying processDesired Skills:
    • Familiarity with formulation development preferred but not required
    • Familiarity with spectrophotometric, chromatographic, light scattering preferred but not requiredQualifications/Eligibility:
      • Pursuing PhD in: Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering or related field
      • Student must be returning to school in the Fall Term OR has graduated within the 1 year of the start of the program.
      • Must be available to work 40 hours a week
      • Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship Benefits of a BioMarin Internship:
        • Apply skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to on-the-job experiences
        • Comprehensive, value-added project(s)
        • Work in teams and with colleagues in a professional environment.
        • Develop skills specific to your major.
        • Opportunities for professional development by building relationships and learning about other parts of the business.
        • Weekly Speaker Seminar Series with Executive Staff. In the U.S., the hiring range for this position is $ 30.00 to $ 50.00 per hour. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.PLEASE NOTE: Absent a Medical or Religious reason that prohibits vaccinations, all our incoming employees must be vaccinated for COVID-19.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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