About the role#
This internship within the Pharmacokinetics, Dynamics, Metabolism, and Bioanalytics division supports the development of a Design of Experiments (DOE) guided decision tree for bioanalytical method development. You will gain hands-on experience with modern bioanalytical technologies and contribute to a practical framework for assay optimization. This is a full-time, paid internship lasting 10-12 consecutive weeks.
What you'll do#
- Analyze experimental and operational bioanalytical datasets.
- Review common method-development workflows and identify key assay parameters that influence performance.
- Organize variables into a structured framework using DOE principles.
- Develop a practical decision tree that connects assay performance challenges with recommended experimental steps.
- Support the creation of automated tools for data review, visualization, and reporting.
- Assist with assay performance investigations and trend analyses.
- Prepare technical summaries and presentations to share project findings.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a PhD program in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related life science field.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Full-time enrollment in the Fall Semester following the internship.
- Ability to complete the 10-12 week program between May and August 2027.
- Basic laboratory skills and research experience with ligand binding assays.
- Proficiency in statistical analysis software.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently or in a team.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Familiarity with bioanalytical or clinical laboratory data, molecular biology, immunology, or flow cytometry is a plus.
- Experience developing dashboards or data visualizations is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: West Point, Pennsylvania.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
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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