Formulation Stability Modeling - Summer Intern (1917480)

Boehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking a talented and innovative Intern to join our Material and Analytical Sciences department located at our Ridgefield, Connecticut facility. As an Intern, you will work closely with the ATMP (Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products) group to study the stability behavior of ATMP entities and formulations including peptide, oligonucleotide and oncolytic virus using a combination of experimental approaches and in silico modeling. You should be interested in learning and understanding the stability characteristics of various ATMP entities and formulations. You should be able to perform analytical and biochemical assays as required, and you should have the knowledge to develop empirical/mathematical models when necessary.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees

Duties & Responsibilities:

·      Collaborate with members in the ATMP group to develop chromatographic/thermometric methods, bioassays and other analytical methods as required

·      Independently perform experiments in the lab

·      Develop empirical/mathematical models and perform statistical analysis

·      Conduct literature research on relevant topics

·      Conduct data analysis and generate reports

Requirements:

Must be a PhD candidate in a related scientific field (chemistry/biochemistry, pharmaceutics or engineering).

Must have completed 12 credit hours within a related major and/or other related coursework.

Overall, cumulative GPA (from last completed quarter) must be at least 3.000 (on 4.0 scale) or better (No rounding up).

Major must be related to the field of internship.

Desired Experience, Skills and Abilities:

·      The ability to work independently and on a team

·      Hands-on experiences in chromatographic, thermometric, bioassays or other analytical techniques

·      Knowledge in chemical and physical changes of peptide, protein and nucleic acid under the influence of environmental conditions

·      Knowledge in statistics and modeling

·      Previous internship experience in a related field is a plus

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.

Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)

Must be 18 years of age or older

Who We Are:

At Boehringer Ingelheim we create value through innovation with one clear goal: to improve the lives of patients. We develop breakthrough therapies and innovative healthcare solutions in areas of unmet medical need for both humans and animals. As a family owned company we focus on long term performance. We are powered by 50.000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture. Learning and development for all employees is key because your growth is our growth. Want to learn more? Visit boehringer-ingelheim.com and join us in our effort to make more health. Boehringer Ingelheim, including Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Boehringer Ingelheim USA, Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA, Inc., Merial Barceloneta, LLC and Boehringer Ingelheim Fremont, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status, including protected veteran status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

including protected veteran status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

Boehringer Ingelheim is firmly committed to ensuring a safe, healthy, productive and efficient work environment for our employees, partners and customers. As part of that commitment, Boehringer Ingelheim conducts pre-employment verifications and drug screenings.