About the role#
This is a part-time internship role for a student at the University of Buffalo. You will work on-site in Buffalo, New York, gaining hands-on experience with LC-MS/MS methods development and analysis. The work covers sample and solution preparation, compound tuning, instrument performance evaluation, data processing, and troubleshooting analytical issues.
What you'll do#
- Prepare solvents, buffers, and stock solutions of compounds and substrates.
- Assist mentors with DMPK studies, including solubility, metabolic clearance, and stability.
- Help scientists keep lab inventory current and manage supply ordering via Oracle.
- Develop and maintain knowledge of common spectroscopic and chromatographic techniques.
- Keep the laboratory and equipment clean, organized, and in good working order.
- Follow all safety protocols, including the Chemical Hygiene Plan, safety inspections, and proper chemical and biological disposal.
- Ensure compliance with all regulations and standard operating procedures.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a full-time student at the University of Buffalo pursuing a degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
- Ability to manage your schedule if you hold other UB-supported roles, limited to 8 hours per week for domestic students or 13 hours per week for international students.
- Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills.
- A self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently.
- Ability to pass a background check, drug screen, and potentially an occupational health screening.
Location & details#
- Location: Buffalo, New York.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $20 per hour.
- Status: Part-time, rolling term.
About Curia
Curia is a contract development and manufacturing organization that serves the pharmaceutical industry. Founded in 1991, the company maintains a network of global sites to support the discovery and commercialization of biologics and small molecules. It provides services including drug substance and product manufacturing, regulatory support, and analytical testing. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people and is based in Albany, New York.
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