Drug Metabolism & Pharmacokinetics Summer Intern at AstraZeneca in Waltham, Massachusetts

Job Description:

We are seeking masters or PhD-level students majoring in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Clinical Pharmacology, or a related field, for a 10-Week Student Intern role in Waltham, MA for a June 2nd - August 8th contract period.


Primary Duties:

• Development of novel DMPK tools using in vitro methods.


• Adapting the in vitro data into IVIVE PK/PD model.


• Adapting IVIVE model data into a PBPK model.


• Additional responsibilities will include collaborating with a cross functional team and presenting in team meetings.

Position Requirements:

• Masters or PhD-level student majoring in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Clinical Pharmacology, or a related field. **Candidates must have an expected graduation date after August 2025.


• Experience/Skills in Cell culture, PBPK modeling, PK/PD modeling, Pharmacokinetics, and Drug Metabolism.


• Proficiency in MS Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Word.


• Enthusiasm for collaboration, cross-functional projects, public speaking, and presentation design.


• US Work Authorization is required at time of application.


• This role will not be providing OPT support.


• Ability to report onsite to Waltham, MA five days a week. This role will not provide relocation assistance.


• Minimum grade point average of 3.0.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.


AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. Apply Now