Analytical Sciences Summer Intern, Physiochemical Development
AstraZeneca

We are seeking sophomore and junior students majoring in Biochemistry, Biology, Bio-engineering, Biomedical sciences, or a related field for a 12-Week Student Intern role working in Gaithersburg, MD for a May 19th - August 8th contract period.

Position Duties:

• Operate icIEF instrument.
  
• Execute the set of design of experiment to collect data for assessing capillary isoelectric focusing (icIEF) instrument to instrument variability/robustness with various AZ proprietary molecules.
  
• Process/Analyze the collected data on associated software.
  
• Summarize/compile the data into a method development report and/or PowerPoint to present to group.
  

Position Requirements:

• Sophomore and juniorstudents majoring in Biochemistry, Biology, Bio-engineering, Biomedical sciences, or a related field.
  
• Candidates must have an expected graduation date after August 2025.
  
• Wet lab skills including pipetting, operating scales/balances are required.
  
• Additional lab skills such as imaging capillary isoelectric focusing (icIEF) and/or capillary zone electrophoresis (CZE) are a plus.
  
• Software experience using Excel and DOE software (i.e. JMP) are preferred.
  
• Enthusiasm for collaboration, cross-functional projects, public speaking, and presentation design.
  
• US Work Authorization is required at time of application.
  
• This role will not be providing CPT/OPT support.
  
• Ability to report onsite to Gaithersburg, MD for 4-5 days a week. This role will not provide relocation assistance.
  
• Minimum grade point average of 3.0
  

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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