Septerna · 7 hours ago
Summer Research Intern - Medicinal Chemistry (Undergraduate/Graduate Student level)
South San Francisco, California, United States
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$25/hr - $40/hrSepterna is a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, CA, focused on developing life-changing medicines for patients. The Summer Research Intern will synthesize, purify, and characterize novel small molecules, contributing to the medicinal chemistry program while gaining hands-on research experience and mentorship.
BiotechnologyInformation TechnologyMedicalSoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Plan, execute, and optimize routes to synthesize and characterize novel bioactive small molecules
Take ownership of challenging and impactful projects
Work alongside exceptional scientists in the field of GPCR drug discovery
Participate in weekly project team meetings
Provide a final presentation of project work to senior leaders
Qualification
Required
Pursuing a Bachelors/Master/PhD (enrolled student) in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, chemical biology, or related field
Prior hands-on research lab experience in organic synthesis is highly desired, and could include, but is not limited to the following:
Experience with laboratory techniques commonly used in medicinal chemistry, such as synthesis, purification, and characterization of organic compounds
Synthetic route design and troubleshooting
New reaction methodology development
Familiarity with analytical techniques for compound characterization (NMR, LCMS, HPLC)
Familiarity with use of ChemDraw and tools like SciFinder or Reaxys for searching electronic journal databases
Ability to keep and maintain records and experiments within an electronic lab notebook
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
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
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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