R&D Intern

Job Title

R&D Intern

Organization Name

InvaGen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Location

Central Islip, NY location

Employment Type

Full Time Internship

Salary Range

(Base/salary)

Based on education 19 to 27/hr

Benefits

Paid holidays that fall within the session

Work Hours/ Shift/ Remote

8:30 am – 5pm Mon- Fri

Responsibilities/ Accountabilities

• Training on relevant SOPs.
• Adhering to GLP guidelines and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized lab environment.
• Literature searches as well as data collection.
• Presentations to R&D and cross functional teams.
• Performing pre-formulation studies, dosage form development, and characterization of finished products.
• Executing in-process checks for lab scale and commercial scale batches.
• Authoring and reviewing analytical documents including batch records, protocols, and standard operating procedures.
• Conducting analytical testing and characterization of in-process materials and finished products to ensure quality and safety.
• Identifying and troubleshooting technical problems through scientific knowledge and creative thinking.
• You will be required to attend a volunteer event and professional development seminar as part of your internship experience. You will also be assigned a ten (10) to fifteen (15) minute presentation at the end of the internship to express what you learned throughout your time working at Cipla and what you are taking away from the experience

Education Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Bachelors/ Masters/PhD program in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Must have an active student status and/or within 12 months post-graduation from a BS or MS degree program. Post-doctoral candidates are not eligible.
• Must be able to work full-time (40 hours/week) throughout the internship.
• Strong academic background in formulation, drug delivery, analytical chemistry, or a similar discipline.

Experience

• 0 - 1 year

Skills/ Competencies

• Basic understanding of pre-formulation studies, dosage form development, analytical separation techniques & methods, and chromatography.
• Good oral and written communication skills, ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to lift and manage 20 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with pharmaceutical instruments, including but not limited to: HPLC, dissolution apparatus (USP I/II/IV), Particle Size Distribution (PSD), RMG, blenders, mills, compression and encapsulation machinery, etc.
• A solid background in chemistry and chromatography.

About Cipla

Cipla is a leading global pharmaceutical company, dedicated to high-quality, branded, and generic medicines. We are trusted by healthcare professionals and patients across geographies. Over the last eight decades, we have strengthened our leadership in India’s pharmaceutical industry and fortified our promise of strengthening our global focus by consolidating and deepening our presence in the key markets of India, South Africa, the U.S., and other economies of the emerging world. Driven by the purpose ‘Caring for Life’, Cipla’s focus has always been on making affordable, world-class medicines with a reputation for uncompromising quality standards across the world. In the last 85 + years, Cipla has emerged as one of the most respected pharmaceutical names in India as well as across more than 100 countries. Cipla is a fast-growing pharmaceutical company with a continued focus on the expanse of our strong legacy. Over the last five years, Cipla has significantly expanded its portfolio and presence in the U.S. with both a generic and brand division.

InvaGen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

InvaGen Pharmaceuticals is a Cipla subsidiary engaged in the development, manufacture, marketing, and distribution of generic prescription medicines with focus on a range of therapeutic areas, including cardiovascular, anti-infective, CNS, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, and anti-depressants. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Central Islip and Hauppauge, New York. In October 2020, InvaGen established its project site in Fall River, Massachusetts to support the launch of Cipla’s respiratory business in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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At Cipla, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact the recruiter.

About the Salary/ Pay Range: The salary range mentioned above is an anticipated base salary range for this position. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for benefits and participation in a bonus program based on performance and company results.