Process Chemistry 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.

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life‑changing treatments for patients with under‑addressed neurological, neuroendocrine and neuropsychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA‑approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, endometriosis
* and uterine fibroids*, as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid‑ to late‑phase clinical development across our core 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.

For more information, visit , and follow the company on Linked In, X and Facebook. (
* in collaboration with Abb Vie)

Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: NBIX) is offering the opportunity to gain drug substance and manufacturing experience in the world of biotechnology. Our intern program offers exposure to process chemistry. The Chemical Development team has a strong reputation in the industry for process chemistry within drug development.

• Supporting a range of activities, including reaction optimization, compound isolation, and utilizing analytical instrumentation
• Exploring alternative synthetic routes
• Interacting with the Analytical Development and Product Development areas 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

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in chemistry with an interest in biotechnology and/or organic chemistry
• Must have completed a minimum 1 year of organic chemistry coursework
• Prior academic research experience in organic chemistry or in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry would be an asset but is not required
• Familiarity with biopharmaceutical technologies, physical and life sciences (organic chemistry and/or chemical engineering), product development, and regulatory approval processes is desirable
• 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/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, 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.

The hourly rate we reasonably expect to pay is $20.39‑$27.30. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills.