About the role#
Bristol Myers Squibb is seeking a PhD student for a 10-week summer internship within the Drug Product Development team. This role focuses on sterile formulation development and novel drug delivery technologies for both biologics and small molecules. You will work in New Brunswick, New Jersey, from June 7, 2027, to August 13, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with mentors on a guided research project involving liquid, lyophilized, and advanced delivery platforms.
- Conduct feasibility experiments using formulation and processing technologies.
- Support formulation screening, stability assessment, and physicochemical characterization of critical quality attributes.
- Perform process optimization and biopharmaceutical investigations of biologics, including the study of degradation pathways and structure-function relationships.
- Participate in an orientation covering company structure and products.
- Engage in a mentor program, formal feedback sessions, and a final presentation of your work.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a PhD program for Pharmaceutical Science, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or Biomedical Engineering.
- Expected graduation date between Fall 2027 and 2028.
- A GPA of 3.0 or greater (must be included on your resume).
- Authorization to work in the US at the time of hire and for the duration of the internship.
- Hands-on laboratory experience and strong problem-solving skills.
- Fundamental knowledge of physical pharmacy, chemistry, stability, and biochemistry.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment with strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience with formulation development, formulation characterization, or novel drug delivery technologies such as LNPs or polymer-based microparticles is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7 to August 13).
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $45 per hour.
About Bristol Myers Squibb
Bristol Myers Squibb is a public pharmaceutical company founded in 1887. It focuses on research and development in areas such as oncology, hematology, immunology, and cardiovascular disease. The company maintains its headquarters in Lawrence Township, New Jersey. It employs over 38,000 people across various global locations.
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