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Intern - DMPK

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Science
    Research & Development
  • South San Francisco
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in a US college (2-4 years completed), have a GPA of 3.0+, and seek a degree in related fields. Experience in lab techniques and safety practices preferred.
  • You will assist in drug metabolism studies, develop LC/MS methods, maintain lab records, review literature, and participate in seminars and events, culminating in a final presentation.

Requirements

  • Have completed two to four years at a US college or university at the time of the program
  • Have a GPA of at least 3.0 (4.0 scale)
  • Seeking a BS/MS/PhD degree or a career in fields related to the pharmaceutical industry (e.g., drug metabolism, pharmacokinetics, toxicology, analytical chemistry)
  • Experience in general laboratory techniques, organic chemistry, biochemistry, liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, and general laboratory safety practices preferred

Responsibilities

  • A laboratory-based research role.
  • Assist senior staff in the design, implementation, interpretation, and instrumental techniques related to the characterization of drug metabolism.
  • Apply in vitro drug metabolism techniques toward the prediction of potential drug toxicity and the rate of drug metabolism in vivo.
  • Gain expertise in the general strategy of LC/MS method development for small molecule drugs.
  • Maintain accurate records of ongoing projects and laboratory records in adherence with documentation standards.
  • Conduct independent literature reviewing in support of these studies.
  • Take part in Internship Seminars and Social Events.
  • Preparation of an Internship Program Final Presentation.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship program at Cytokinetics?

The internship program is approximately 12 weeks, beginning in late May/early June.

Is this internship position paid?

Yes, this is a paid internship.

What are the educational qualifications required for the internship?

Candidates should have completed two to four years at a US college or university by the time of the program and must be seeking a BS/MS/PhD degree in related fields.

What minimum GPA is required to apply for the internship?

Applicants must have a GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

What kind of tasks will I be performing in this internship?

Interns will assist senior staff with drug metabolism studies, including design, implementation, interpretation, and conducting in vitro drug metabolism techniques.

Are there any preferred experiences for this internship?

Yes, experience in general laboratory techniques, organic chemistry, biochemistry, liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, and general laboratory safety practices is preferred.

Will I have the opportunity to present my work during the internship?

Yes, interns are required to prepare an Internship Program Final Presentation.

What types of events will interns participate in during the program?

Interns will take part in Internship Seminars and Social Events.

How can I verify the authenticity of a job offer from Cytokinetics?

All legitimate offers will come directly from the official email domain (Cytokinetics.com) after a formal interview process. Avoid interviews through non-standard applications and never provide personal information until an official offer has been accepted.

Where can I find more information about Cytokinetics?

You can visit the Cytokinetics website at www.cytokinetics.com for more information.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
201-500
Employees
1998
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Cytokinetics is a late-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing first-in-class muscle activators and next-in-class muscle inhibitors as potential treatments for debilitating diseases in which muscle performance is compromised and/or declining. As a leader in muscle biology and the mechanics of muscle performance, we are developing small molecule drug candidates specifically engineered to impact muscle function and contractility. Proud to be a San Francisco Business Times Best Place to Work in 2021 and 2022, a Great Place to Work-Certified company in 2022 and a part of Fortune's Best Workplaces in the Bay Area in 2022 and Fortune's Best Workplaces in BioPharma in 2022.