Spring Co-op/In Vivo DMPK
About The Position
GSK’s U.S. Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics (DMPK) group is seeking a motivated co-op student to join its PK/TK team for a six-month assignment. The role supports pharmacokinetic analysis of DMPK studies using Microsoft Excel and Phoenix WinNonlin, and works with PK team members to plan and execute in vivo studies, from preparation through data analysis and interpretation. The position calls for the ability to work independently and collaboratively. The DMPK organization provides in vitro, pharmacokinetic, and bioanalytical support for early drug discovery. Its In Vivo team delivers nonclinical in vivo pharmacokinetic and toxicokinetic data for discovery and development programs, partnering with In Vitro, Non-Clinical Safety, and Bioanalytical teams. This is a temporary role as an Atrium employee assigned to GSK. The co-op runs approximately March 2027 through September 2027 and requires full-time availability of 35–40 hours per week. The posted pay range is $22–$43 per hour, and the role is eligible for overtime. Onsite or hybrid hires who live more than 50 miles from their assigned work location may be eligible for a one-time relocation stipend. Benefits eligibility is determined the month following hire; Atrium will provide compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits, and other employment terms upon offer.
Requirements
- Pursuing a degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, or a similar discipline.
- Experience in a Biology or Chemistry laboratory.
- Ability to work full-time, 35–40 hours per week, throughout the six-month co-op, approximately March 2027 through September 2027.
- Must have active student status and/or be within 12 months post-graduation from a BS or MS degree program; postdoctoral candidates are not eligible.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Must successfully pass a drug screen and background check before the assignment target start date.
- Must complete the GSK Digital Assessment and achieve a passing score to proceed in the application process.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with data analysis and report writing.
- Experience with laboratory animal sciences and drug metabolism.
- Knowledge of in vivo study preparation.
Responsibilities
- Learn the basic principles of in vivo PK/TK and disposition studies.
- Contribute to planning PK and/or TK study design, data analysis, interpretation, decision-making, and compliance.
- Support delivery and oversight of internal and/or external PK/TK studies.
- Conduct basic pharmacokinetic and toxicokinetic data analysis.
- Learn DMPK platforms and digital tools to support robust data capture and data integrity.
- Assist with study and sample preparation.
- Analyze, interpret, and present data to DMPK staff.
- Work effectively in cross-functional teams.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay rate.
- Benefits, with eligibility determined the month following the date of hire.
- Overtime pay in accordance with federal and state requirements.
- Potential one-time relocation stipend for eligible onsite or hybrid hires living more than 50 miles from the assigned work location.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
