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Grad Intern - Pharmacokinetics and Drug Metabolism (Summer 2025)

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Amgen

3mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Washington

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  • You must be 18+, enrolled in a relevant graduate program post-bachelor's, skilled in PK/PD modeling, proficient in modeling software, and possess strong communication and project management skills.
  • You will collaborate with a QP scientist to develop mechanistic mathematical models for PK/PD, supporting drug development and creating quantitative capabilities in pharmacokinetics.

Requirements

  • 18 years or older
  • Graduated with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
  • Currently enrolled in an MBA program for an MBA internship OR a Master’s program for a Master’s internship OR a PharmD program for a PharmD internship OR Ph.D. for a PhD internship from an accredited college or university and completion of the first year of MBA OR Master’s OR Pharm D OR Ph.D. program before the internship starts
  • Enrolled in an accredited college or university following the potential internship or co-op assignment
  • Must not be employed at the time the internship starts
  • Student must be located in the United States for the duration of the [internship/co-op]
  • Degree concentration(s) in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering Degree program with a concentration in mechanistic PK/PD modeling and quantitative pharmacology
  • Knowledge and a good understanding of modeling software such as ADAPT, R, Phoenix, Simbiology/Matlab or Monolix
  • Conceptual understanding of Pharmacokinetic and Pharmacodynamics principles
  • Experience in documenting and archiving contributions including data analyses, mathematical models, summary presentations, and reports to be shareable with other scientists and foster a collaborative environment
  • Ability to thrive in a high-performance culture with excellent time management, decision-making, and organizational skills
  • Excellent oral/written communication skills with strong attention to detail and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to apply research findings, capture information, interpret, and analyze results, and develop and implement a logical and strategic plan of action
  • Strong project management skills, proficiency in logistic planning from beginning to end, priority setting, timely delivery of results, and multitasking
  • Ability to think critically, actively anticipate problems and propose solutions and to work effectively/collaboratively across teams, levels of management, across partnerships, use contact networks to motivate diverse teams, and enable cross-functional collaborations
  • Ability to work independently and with ambiguity

Responsibilities

  • Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. The Quantitative Pharmacology (QP) group within the PKDM department is seeking summer intern for 2025. During this program, you will be working within the Pharmacokinetics & Drug Metabolism (PKDM) department at Amgen. This group is dedicated to the discovery and development of novel, effective, and safe medicines. The department focuses on understanding the PK/PD properties of large and small-molecule drug candidates developed across multiple therapeutic areas in Amgen’s pipeline. The PKDM QP group is responsible for preclinical and translational modeling to provide drug development decisions. For the internship program, we are seeking candidates pursuing research in pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics (PK/PD) with a focus on mechanistic mathematical modeling and quantitative pharmacological approaches. The intern will work closely with a QP scientist to develop and apply fit-to-purpose mechanistic mathematical models (PKPD/SoA/PBPK) to support therapeutic drug development and create novel quantitative capabilities.

FAQs

What is the role of the Grad Intern in Pharmacokinetics and Drug Metabolism?

The Grad Intern will work within the Quantitative Pharmacology group in the PKDM department, focusing on mechanistic mathematical modeling and quantitative pharmacological approaches to support therapeutic drug development.

What are the basic qualifications required for this internship?

Candidates must be at least 18 years old, have graduated with a bachelor's degree, be currently enrolled in a relevant master's or Ph.D. program, and not be employed at the time the internship starts.

What are the preferred qualifications for candidates?

Preferred qualifications include a degree focus in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or Biomedical Engineering, experience with modeling software, a conceptual understanding of PK/PD principles, and strong communication and project management skills.

What is the expected hourly pay for this internship?

The base pay range for this opportunity is $30 - $40 per hour.

Is there an application deadline for this internship?

There is no application deadline; Amgen will continue accepting applications until a sufficient number of candidates have been selected.

Will there be opportunities to network during the internship?

Yes, interns will have the opportunity to build a network of colleagues and participate in executive and social networking events.

Can international students apply for this internship?

The internship requires candidates to be located in the United States for the duration of the internship, which may limit opportunities for international students.

Is there support for individuals with disabilities during the application process?

Yes, Amgen is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the application and interview process.

What kind of culture can interns expect at Amgen?

Interns can expect a collaborative, innovative, and science-based culture that values diversity and encourages personal and professional growth.

What types of projects will the intern be working on?

The intern will assist in developing and applying mechanistic mathematical models to support drug development decisions and create novel quantitative capabilities.

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Science & Healthcare
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10,001+
Employees
1980
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Amgen is committed to unlocking the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering, developing, manufacturing and delivering innovative human therapeutics. This approach begins by using tools like advanced human genetics to unravel the complexities of disease and understand the fundamentals of human biology. Amgen focuses on areas of high unmet medical need and leverages its expertise to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people's lives. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen has grown to be one of the world's leading independent biotechnology companies, has reached millions of patients around the world and is developing a pipeline of medicines with breakaway potential.