Neurocrine Biosciences→
Medicinal Chemistry Intern at Neurocrine Biosciences in San Diego, CA
Skills
Job Description
Who We Are:
At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs.
What We Do:
Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine and neuropsychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids,* as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X and Facebook. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)
About the Role:
Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: NBIX) is offering the opportunity to gain research experience in the world of biotechnology. Our intern program offers exposure to medicinal chemistry research and cross-functional collaboration to bring a molecule from the lab into humans. The medicinal chemistry team has a strong reputation in the industry for CNS-based medicines._
Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):
Synthesizing novel chemical intermediates and final compounds:
Reviewing the chemical literature to obtain procedures, guide reaction sequences
Setting up, monitoring by TLC and/or LCMS, and working-up reactions
Purifying compounds by automated chromatography (ISCO combi-flash or ACCQprep) or recrystallization
Learning about and applying medicinal chemistry and CNS-drug discovery principles to drug discovery projects
Generating and interpreting biological data
Helping develop plans to address medicinal chemistry goals
Maintaining a complete laboratory notebook
Interacting with other chemists and pharmacologists within the company
Completing a special project and present the recommendations to management upon completion
Requirements:
Candidate must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in one of the following areas: Organic Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry
Availability from June 1 to August 7th for the 10-week internship program
Practical experience with organic synthesis, methods development, total synthesis, or similar
Ability to work in a laboratory environment
Prior laboratory experience (Minimum>1 year)
Good verbal and written communication skills
Ability to think creatively and be a team player
Interest in attending various program events, including social gatherings, career development workshops, and more
Interest in attending various program events, including social gatherings, career development workshops, and more
Ability to commit to a 10-week, full-time summer program
Lab Work Requirements: full-time
Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.
We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.
_
The hourly rate we reasonably expect to pay is $20.39-$27.30. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills.