Septerna · 11 hours ago
Summer Research Intern - DMPK (Undergraduate level)
South San Francisco, California, United States
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$25/hr - $25/hrSepterna is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, CA, focused on developing life-changing medicines through innovative drug discovery. The Summer Research Intern will assist the DMPK team in characterizing metabolic stability and reactive metabolites, gaining hands-on experience in LC-MS and in-vitro DMPK assays.
BiotechnologyInformation TechnologyMedicalSoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Perform in vitro assays using human hepatocytes and liver microsomes in DMPK lab
Gain proficiency in LC-MS operations
Analyze and interpret data generated by LC-MS using DMPK models
Participate in weekly project team meetings
Provide a final presentation of project work to senior leaders
Qualification
Required
Pursuing a Bachelors (enrolled student) in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, chemical biology, biochemistry or related field
Ability to interpret and analyze experimental data, troubleshoot experiments, and propose solutions to research challenges
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
Self-motivated, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Ability to read and digest scientific literature
Strong organizational, problem solving, analytical and quantitative skills
Ability to efficiently manage short timelines
Authorized to work in the U.S. i.e. (applicants who require employer sponsored visas now or in the future are not eligible to apply)
Must be at least 18 years old
Ability to complete 12 consecutive weeks between May and September on-site in South San Francisco
Enrolled currently in graduate degree at an accredited college/university and returning to the University/and or College following the internship
Strict adherence to lab safety rules and regulations
Preferred
Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Ability to read and digest scientific literature
Strong organizational, project management, problem solving, analytical and quantitative skills
Ability to efficiently manage short timelines
Ability to keep and maintain records and experiments within an electronic lab notebook
Prior lab experience is highly desired, and could include, but is not limited to the following:
Prior experiences with basic pipetting, buffer preparation, and some understanding of organic chemistry are required
Some experiences with biochemical assays and cell cultures are highly desirable
Experience with Excel and PowerPoint
Benefits
Paid holiday time off benefits
Company
Septerna
Septerna is a biotech firm unlocking diverse drug discovery potential in G protein-coupled receptors across various diseases.
Founded in 2022
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$250MKey Investors
RA Capital ManagementThird Rock Ventures
2024-10-25IPO
2023-09-12Acquired
2023-07-11Series B· $150M
Leadership Team
Jeffrey Finer
CEO and Co-Founder
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Arthur Christopoulos
Co-Founder
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