2027 Future Talent Program – Modeling & Informatics - Intern
About The Position
The Future Talent Program offers internships lasting up to 12 weeks, including one or more projects, within the Research and Development Division. The Modeling & Informatics department is offering an internship at one of its listed locations: Rahway, New Jersey; Boston, Massachusetts; West Point, Pennsylvania; or South San Francisco, California. The paid internship is targeted to start in June 2027 and run for 10–12 weeks, with full-time availability required during June through August 2027. The intern will participate in molecular modeling and/or cheminformatics research, either on an independent project or as part of a drug discovery team. The intern will learn to use data, models, and methods to support hypothesis-driven drug discovery and will be exposed to research areas relevant to drug discovery and development. Research may potentially contribute to a scientific publication. Laptops and laboratory equipment will be provided as necessary. Applicants selected for an interview must be prepared to submit letters of recommendation, a brief research statement, and a transcript. Applicants must select a location when applying if multiple locations are listed.
Requirements
- Be pursuing a BS/BA, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in a related field, with demonstrated interest or experience in research areas relevant to drug discovery.
- Have a strong academic background in chemistry, biochemistry, biophysics, informatics, computer science, or applied mathematics.
- By the position start date, have completed at least two years of BS/BA studies or at least one year of Master’s/Ph.D. studies.
- Be currently enrolled in an academic program when applying and continue education for at least one semester after the position ends.
- Be available for full-time employment for 10–12 weeks during June–August 2027.
- Demonstrate passion for scientific research, excellent academic performance, communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to work in a multifunctional environment.
- Have a strong science background in computer science or cheminformatics.
Nice To Haves
- Previous research experience in the listed areas.
- Experience with cheminformatics, such as chemigenomic data analysis, chemical reaction modeling, chemical databases, or data management.
- Experience with molecular modeling, such as docking, molecular dynamics, protein design, small-molecule design, peptide design, quantum chemical calculations, or machine learning.
- Significant interest in applying modeling and/or informatics methods to drug discovery research.
- Programming skills.
- GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Responsibilities
- Participate in molecular modeling and/or cheminformatics research, independently or as part of a drug discovery team.
- Use data, models, and methods to support hypothesis-driven drug discovery.
- Contribute to research relevant to the drug discovery and development process.
Benefits
- Paid internship.
- Laptops and laboratory equipment provided as necessary.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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