R&D Pharmacokinetics and Drug Metabolism - Grad Intern

Amgen Inc.

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South San Francisco, CA

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    Position summary

    hem, you'll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

    R&D Pharmacokinetics and Drug Metabolism - Grad Intern
    What You Will Do

    Let's do this. Let's change the world. During this program, you will apply principles of pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics (PK/PD), translational pharmacology, and mechanistic modeling to inform decisions in early drug discovery projects. Specifically, you will:

    • Collaborate with scientists across disciplines to identify key questions in early drug discovery projects and design strategies to address them.
    • Integrate knowledge of target biology, translational pharmacology, modality-specific pharmacokinetics, and modeling and simulation to guide project strategy and chemical matter optimization.
    • Document methodologies, assumptions, risks, and actionable recommendations in written reports and communicate findings to cross-functional teams.
    • Contribute to the development, refinement, and automation of quantitative tools and standardized workflows that drive decision-making in drug discovery.

    What We Expect of You

    We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. We seek a collaborative and driven scientist with these qualifications:

    Basic Qualifications:

    Amgen requires that all individuals applying for a grad internship at Amgen must meet the following criteria:

    • 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

    • Must not be employed at the time the internship starts

    • Student must be located in the United States for the duration of the internship

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Currently pursuing a PhD in pharmacokinetics, pharmaceutical sciences, chemical or biomedical engineering, or a related discipline.
    • Demonstrated experience with PK/PD, QSP, or PBPK modeling or other computational modeling and data analysis methods.
    • Familiarity with basic data science concepts and Python scripting to enhance and modularize analyses and promote reproducible workflows.
    • Familiarity with the drug discovery and development process, particularly in preclinical or translational settings.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

    What You Can Expect of Us

    As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we'll support your journey every step of the way.

    The base pay range for this opportunity in the U.S. is $30-$40 per hour

    • Build a network of colleagues that will endure and grow throughout your time with us and beyond.
    • Bring your authentic self to the table and become the professional you're inspired to be through accepting a culture that values the diversity of thought and experience and will flex to your strengths and possibilities.
    • Participate in executive and social networking events, as well as community volunteer projects.

    Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.
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    Sponsorship

    Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of this program. Sponsorship for future FTE roles is not guaranteed.

    As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

    Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

    We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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    Why you should apply for a job to Amgen Inc.:

  • 67% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 78% would recommend this company to other women
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Flexible work models that empower staff members to work where and when they are most productive
  • Award-winning PTO plan and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns
  • With 11 Employee Resource Groups, 60 chapters & 11000 members everyone has opportunity to connect, network & foster a culture of belonging