About the role#
The Biophysics Intern position is part of the Future Talent Program within the Protein Sciences, Biochemistry and Biophysics group. You will join a team in Rahway, New Jersey, to explore how ligands interact with therapeutic targets and study their effects on structure and function. This is a paid, full-time internship lasting 10 to 12 weeks during the summer of 2027.
What you'll do#
- Solve problems to support the development of small and large molecule pipelines.
- Record experimental data accurately in electronic notebooks.
- Follow safe laboratory practices at all times.
- Present your data and findings to a team of scientists.
- Participate in departmental and team meetings to learn about the drug development process.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an academic program pursuing a BS, BA, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Biomedical Sciences.
- Completion of at least two years of undergraduate studies or one year of graduate studies by June 2027.
- Availability to continue education for at least one semester following the internship.
- Basic laboratory skills and research experience in areas like protein biochemistry, enzymology, molecular biology, or assay development.
- A strong academic background in biophysics, biochemistry, and biology.
- Preferred experience includes hands-on work with ITC, SPR, thermal shift assays, MST, DLS, CD, NMR, and spectroscopic techniques.
- Familiarity with protein analysis and visualization using PyMOL is a plus.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Rahway, New Jersey.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June through August).
- Sponsorship: Not available for this position.
About MSD
MSD is a pharmaceutical manufacturing company founded in 1891. It develops medicines and vaccines for both humans and animals. The organization operates globally and maintains its headquarters in Rahway, New Jersey. It employs over 39,000 people.
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