Electrophysiology Data Intern

Who We Are:

At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options.

What We Do:

Neurocrine Biosciences is a neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, endocrine and psychiatric disorders. The company’s diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, Parkinson’s disease, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as clinical programs in multiple therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. *in collaboration with AbbVie

About the Role:Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: NBIX) is offering the opportunity to gain drug discovery experience in the world of biotechnology. Our intern program offers exposure to internal departments within research and preclinical teams. The in-vitro pharmacology team has a strong reputation in the industry for drug discovery using cutting-edge research technologies.

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Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):

• Developing and implementing automated data analysis processes using different programming languages

• Supporting a range of activities, performing (or learning to perform) automated electrophysiology experiments to evaluate drug effects on targets of interest or cell models

• Exposure to assay development, with a focus in hands-on ex-vivo or in-vitro electrophysiology assays, to meet research needs including lead identification, optimization, and/or pharmacological mechanism of action (MOA) study, to facilitate drug discovery  

• Interacting with project team to learn various aspects of drug discovery in addition to relevance of collected data to this process

• Data analysis, interpretation, and presentation to audience with a wide range of scientific expertise

• Enhancing skillset in communication, time management and organizational/interpersonal skills

• Accurate documentation of protocols with clear presented written summaries in addition to frequent verbal data summaries

• Interacting with in-vitro pharmacology, chemistry teams and scientists with other expertise within the company

• Collaborating with a mentor team of cross-functional team members as well as the other interns in the class

• Completing a special project and presenting the recommendations to senior management upon completion

Requirements:

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree with an interest in computer science and biotechnology

• Specific degree or field required: Data analysis and programming skills are required

• Knowledge in biology and/or neurobiology would be an asset but is not required

• Prior experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry would be an asset but is not required

• Good verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to think creatively and be a team player

• Offer flexibility with a willingness to work on multiple projects simultaneously

• Bring to the Company a skill set complementary to its technology and development therapeutics

• Interest in attending various program events, including social gatherings, career development workshops, and more

• Ability to commit to a 10-week, full-time summer program

• Lab Work Requirements: Full-time

​Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.