Summer Intern/Discovery Biology

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GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organization where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/ immunology and oncology).

Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together.

Department Description

This role is in the department of Discovery Biology and Screening (DBS). As part of early drug discovery at GSK, DBS applies various technologies to identify and profile novel small molecules, antibody-drug conjugates, and oligonucleotides for a variety of diseases and target biology.

As a result of this internship, the student will be able to complete experiments from assay design and optimization to data acquisition and analysis. This experience will broaden the student's knowledge base in cell biology, cell signaling, while enhancing critical thinking, problem-solving, and presentation skills. This intern will be a mutually beneficial experience, providing the student with valuable skills and knowledge, while also advancing our department's research capabilities. We look forward to welcoming a motivated and dedicated student to our team.

Job Description

Biological systems consist of heterogeneous cell types, each with diverse functions and metabolism profiles. This complexity has resulted in adverse effects in clinics which limit drug development and clinical application.

This internship aiming the pre-clinical safety assessment is an exciting opportunity to learn the crosstalk of cell biology, physiology in early drug discovery and gain exposure to multiple different areas of biology. The student will work side by side with GSK scientists to design, develop and execute the high content platforms applied to diverse disease indications. There will be a specific focus on literature studies, experiment design, data analysis and high throughput assays. Students will also enhance their critical thinking, problem solving and presentation skills.   

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS degree in Biology, Biomedicine or similar disciplines.
• Must have completed at least 2 basic biology courses + associated laboratory courses.
• Must be able to work full-time (35-40 hours/week) throughout the duration of the 12 week internship (May/June ~ August 2026).
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Motivated individual with an aptitude for learning, majoring in scientific discipline such as biology, biochemistry, immunology, etc.
• Candidate should possess basic pipetting skills.
• Experience and knowleadge in cell culture, antibody detection methods are preferred. 

Eligibility Requirements

• Must successfully pass a drug screen and background check prior to assignment target start date.  
• Once your application is submitted, you will be prompted to complete our immersive GSK Digital Assessment. Completion of the assessment is required to proceed in the application process. After completing the assessment, a recruiter will review your application and contact you with next steps. 
  • Please note: If you do not receive an automated email after submitting your application, be sure to check your spam folder.

Benefits

• While GSK embraces a flexible work environment, we do require certain positions to be onsite. Candidates who are hired for an on-site role or hybrid role, and reside outside of 50-miles from their assigned work location, are eligible for relocation stipend. This is a one-time payment to help offset housing & relocation expenses. Please refer to the position details for the requirements of each position. 
• GSK Interns and Co-ops are offered a competitive hourly pay rate and benefits. Please note, benefits eligibility determined the month following date of hire.

• This job posting is for a temporary role as an employee of Atrium on assignment at GSK. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of Atrium; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by Atrium upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on several factors, including skills, competencies, experience, educational degree obtained, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law.

  In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirement.

  • Pay Rate Range: $22/hr to $43/hr

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