Summer Intern/Biocatalysis
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Department Description
The Enzyme and Oligonucleotide Development (EOD) department is currently seeking a 12-week summer intern who will focus on using enzymatic catalysis to solve key challenges as part of a GSK project or program. EOD partners with departments across GSK’s research and development organizations, impacting everything from early discovery efforts to the development of commercial manufacturing routes.
Job Description
The intern will be part of an interdisciplinary group of scientists working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. You will be matched with an experienced scientist who will support your project to enable success. You will also have the opportunity to engage with other scientific leaders across the department. These interactions promote and facilitate relationships that can last beyond the duration of this role.
You will be responsible for accurate notebook recording, high-throughput biocatalyst screening, directed evolution workflows, reaction optimization, data analysis, and safe laboratory practices. This experience will enable students to improve their knowledge of biocatalysis and learn how this skillset is applied in an industrial setting. You will have the opportunity to showcase your work and achievements to the department in a presentation at the end of the term.
Minimum Qualifications
- Pursuing a Masters or PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related disciplines.
- Experience with enzymatic catalysis and/or modern organic synthesis.
- Must be able to work full-time (35-40 hours/week) throughout the 12-internship assignment (May/June - August 2025).
- Must have an active student status and/or within 12 months post-graduation from a BS or MS degree program. Post-doctoral candidates are not eligible.
Preferred Qualifications
- Candidate with research focus in the development of biocatalytic methods.
- Experience with directed evolution.
- Strong knowledge of modern organic chemistry.
- Candidate with prior biotech research or pharmaceutical co-op/internship experience.
- Track record of working in a team environment.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must successfully pass a drug screen and background check prior to assignment target start date.
- Once your application is submitted, you will be prompted to complete our immersive World of GSK Assessment. A passing score is required to proceed in the application process. After completing the assessment, a recruiter will review your application and contact you with next steps.
- Please note: If you do not receive an automated email after submitting your application, be sure to check your spam folder.
Benefits
- While GSK embraces a flexible work environment, we do require certain positions to be onsite. Candidates who are hired for an on-site role or hybrid role, and reside outside of 50-miles from their assigned work location, are eligible for relocation stipend. This is a one-time payment to help offset housing & relocation expenses. Please refer to the position details for the requirements of each position.
- GSK Interns and Co-ops are offered a competitive hourly pay rate and benefits. Please note, benefits eligibility determined the month following date of hire.
This job posting is for a temporary role as an employee of Atrium on assignment at GSK. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of Atrium; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by Atrium upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on several factors, including skills, competencies, experience, educational degree obtained, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law.
In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirement.
Pay Rate Range: $21/hr to $40/hr
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