Molecule Process Chemistry Intern; PhD
Listed on 2026-07-10
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Research/Development
Research Scientist
Job Description
Envision spending your summer working with energetic colleagues and inspirational leaders, all while gaining world-class experience in one of the most dynamic organizations in the pharmaceutical industry. This is a reality for Abb Vie Interns.
This internship opportunity is within Small Molecule Process Chemistry (SM PC) in collaboration with the Center of Catalysis (CoC). SM PC is an R&D group focused on excellence in manufacturing in the pre-clinical and clinical space. Under supervision of a Senior Scientist and an engineer, the individual will design and validate a high throughput experimentation (HTE) screening platform for Lewis Acid (LA) mediated coupling reactions.
Key Responsibilities- Identify suitable technologies and optimize plate preparation for LA HTE
- Leverage literature and LA library to design and prepare LA HTE screening plates
- Validate plate preparation using pipeline relevant coupling reactions paired with advanced analytical techniques
- Utilize HTE data to identify generalizable LA mediated coupling conditions for pipeline application and external publication
Minimum Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in university, pursuing aPhDin organic synthesis (methods, total synthesis or other related fields)
- Must be enrolled in university for at least one semester following the internship
- Exposure to catalysis and/or transition metal cross-coupling
- Expected graduation datebetween December 2026 – July 2027
- Exposure to high throughput experimentation
- Ability to conduct and interpret scientific experiments, providing suggestions for additional experiments, including design and development of new assays
- Ability to navigate organic chemistry literature to enable hypothesis driven experimental design
- Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including analysis
- Self-motivated; ability to execute with limited supervision and direction
- Can work independently, with mentorship or as part of a team
- Ability to independently troubleshoot experiments, operate laboratory reactors, and identify and solve elementary problems in experimental designs
- Competitive pay
- Relocation support for eligible students
- Select wellness benefits and paid holiday / sick time
Abb Vie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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