Intern - Lab Operations, Compliance and Quality

Teva Pharmaceuticals•West Chester, IA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Embark on a future with an international pharmaceuticals company, contributing your creative energy to high-impact projects from the moment you arrive through the course of this 12 week experience. You will take part in meaningful work and real-life projects that will help you grow both professionally and personally throughout the program. Location: West Chester, PA Length: Minimum of 12 weeks (TBD during mid-May through mid-August) Schedule: You must be available to work a 40-hour work week (onsite) for 12 weeks Pay: TBD

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or Master’s program in pharmaceutical sciences, biomedical sciences, chemistry, biology, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Fundamental understanding and experience in the laboratory setting (course-related or previous internship)
Good organization skills, attention to detail, time management, excellent interpersonal skills are essential
Interest in processes and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations
Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 suite

Responsibilities

Observe and learn the various tasks and responsibilities of Sample Management for regulated studies, e.g. lab manual finalization, sample receipt documentation, handling, storage tracking, disposal, etc.
Interact with departments such as Shipping and Receiving, Customs and Trade Compliance (CTC), Nonclinical Development (NCD), and Global Clinical Operations (GCO), and the SB bioanalytical groups.
Learn the processes for document and specimen archival, recalling or destruction of samples (includes working with the Document Management Associate)
Gain understanding of the requirements for import/export of biological samples, e.g. invoices, licenses, permits, declarative letters, etc.
Using data transfer specifications to lead sample reconciliation efforts with study teams
Required maintenance qualification processes and procedures for controlled temperature units
Assist with testing new equipment or instruments
Learn principles and implementation of good documentation practices and why they are important for regulated work
Learn procedures and processes for reviewing work completed in regulated software (electronic laboratory notebook, plate readers, and laboratory information management systems, etc)
Perform other duties as assigned