Intern - Drug Product Development
Teva Pharmaceuticals
Full-time
On-site
West Chester, PA
Clinical Research and Development
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Role Summary
Intern - Drug Product Development. Embark on a 12-week internship with an international pharmaceuticals company to gain hands-on experience in the Drug Product Development department, contributing to formulation development studies and analytical methods for biologic drug products.
Responsibilities
- Gain in-depth insight into the Drug Product Development department over the 12-week program.
- Work with a mentor and experienced colleagues on diverse projects and contribute to concepts and initiatives within the Drug Product Development unit.
- Contribute to formulation development studies for biologic drug products using the lyophilization (freeze-drying) process.
- Gain hands-on experience with analytical tools including Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Freeze-Drying Microscopy (FDM), and Karl Fischer titration (KF) to support lyophilization process development.
- Plan and execute scientific experiments: prepare samples, conduct testing, document results in an electronic lab notebook, analyze data, and deliver a final presentation.
- Document experimental processes in electronic laboratory notebooks per Good Documentation Practices and generate/organize data in compliance with GMPs and SOPs.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in pharmaceutical sciences, biochemistry, biotechnology, biomedical or chemical engineering, or related discipline.
- Basic understanding of protein therapeutics and biologics formulation development, with hands-on experience in analytical testing and assays using biophysical/biochemical methods.
- Foundational knowledge of chromatography techniques, pipetting, buffer preparation, and laboratory safety protocols.
- Strong communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Skills
- Analytical testing and biophysical characterization
- Lyophilization process knowledge
- Laboratory notebook documentation (GMP/SOP alignment)
- Data analysis and presentation
Education
- Relevant undergraduate or graduate program as listed in Qualifications.
Additional Requirements
- Location: West Chester, PA 19380
- Length: minimum 12 weeks (May 18 – August 7)
- Schedule: 40-hour work week onsite for 12 weeks