Medicinal Chemistry Intern
6d6 days agoIonis Pharmaceuticals
Carlsbad, US · Full-time · $18 – $23/hr
About this role
Ionis Pharmaceuticals, headquartered in Carlsbad, California, pioneers RNA-targeted medicines revolutionizing drug discovery for patients with serious diseases. With a leading pipeline in neurology, cardiology, and high-need areas, we advance RNA therapies and gene editing. The Medicinal Chemistry Intern joins this innovative team for a summer project.
The project involves multi-step organic synthesis of target molecules. Interns apply hands-on multi-step synthetic techniques and modern spectroscopic methods. This work immerses participants in Ionis' scientific environment.
Ionis cultivates a challenging, motivating environment fostering innovation and scientific excellence. Success results from exceptional employee talents and dedication. We invest in onsite, hybrid, and remote settings where culture and relationships thrive.
The program complements undergraduate or graduate studies with hands-on industry experience. Participate in professional networking, social events, and end-of-program presentations. Contribute to meaningful patient impact while developing your career.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled as a Chemistry major with experience in organic chemistry laboratory work
- Knowledge of organic chemistry lab safety practices
- Currently enrolled in a U.S. undergraduate and/or graduate degree program
- Not graduating prior to completion of the internship
- Able to begin between 6/8 and 8/14/2026
- Able to remain through at least 8/14/2026
- Willing to commit to a minimum 40-hour work week
Responsibilities
- Perform multi-step organic synthesis of target molecules
- Apply hands-on multi-step synthetic techniques
- Utilize modern spectroscopic methods for analysis
- Work in the scientific environment at Ionis
- Participate in end-of-program project presentations
- Engage with diverse and motivated teams
Benefits
- Paid positions with weekly stipend for onsite interns
- Professional networking opportunities
- End-of-program project presentations
- Housing and travel assistance for eligible out-of-area interns
- Networking and bonding social events
- Interaction with diverse and motivated teams
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