Description

Boehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking a talented and innovative Intern to join our Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics department located at our Ridgefield, Connecticut facility. As an Intern, you will learn the process of small molecule drug development while collaborating with experienced scientists. You will also have the opportunity to explore cutting edge technologies and novel in vitro models to better understand the mechanisms of drug metabolism in humans.
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 Ingelheims high regard for our employees.

Duties & Responsibilities

Design and conduct in vitro assays to investigate the regulation of various drug metabolizing enzymes and mechanisms of interactions
Evaluate the applicability of novel hepatocyte systems as in vitro tools to better understand drug metabolism in humans
Interpret data and communicate results and impact effectively
Comply with applicable regulations and perform all work in a safe and responsible manner
Maintain proper study records in accordance with internal SOPs and corporate policies

Requirements

Must be a graduate or advanced degree student in good academic standing with a focus on Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Science and / or other related coursework
Student must be enrolled at a college or university for the duration of the internship
Overall cumulative minimum GPA from last completed quarter/semester 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) preferred
Major or minor in related field of internship
Undergraduate students must have completed at least 12 credit hours at current college or university
Graduate and Advanced Degree students must have completed at least 9 credit hours at current college or university

Desired Experience, Skills and Abilities:

Prior experience working in a laboratory independently. Previous experience with cell culture or other in vitro hepatic models is beneficial.
Effective written and oral communication skills

Compensation Data

This position offers an hourly rate of $20.00 - $33.00 USD / hr. commensurate to the level of degree program in which an applicant is actively enrolled. For an overview of our benefits please click here.

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