2027 Summer Intern PhD Student - Chemical Process Development ANALYTICAL
Bristol Myers Squibb
Summary
Chemical Process Development (CPD) is a team of organic chemists, analytical chemists, and chemical engineers working together to design novel syntheses from raw materials to supply new medicines to patients. CPD scientists focus on developing safe, economical, sustainable, and robust small-molecule processes to support clinical trials and the launch of new medicines. We are seeking a highly-motivated candidate to join our analytical team in advancing CPD’s analytical capabilities. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and optimizing the performance of analytical techniques including liquid chromatography and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy.
Job description
Position Summary
Chemical Process Development (CPD) is a team of organic chemists, analytical chemists, and chemical engineers working together to design novel syntheses from raw materials to supply new medicines to patients. CPD scientists focus on developing safe, economical, sustainable, and robust small-molecule processes to support clinical trials and the launch of new medicines. We are seeking a highly-motivated candidate to join our analytical team in advancing CPD’s analytical capabilities. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and optimizing the performance of analytical techniques including liquid chromatography and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy.
Summer interns will work with mentors for ~10 weeks on a guided research project within a PD Project Team. The program is organized to ensure that interns gain valuable industry and functional experience, work on challenging assignments, learn about BMS and meet diverse company representatives.
Key Responsibilities
This position integrates wet- and dry-lab functions, where the selected candidate will be responsible for design and execution of experiments to evaluate the performance of LC and NMR instrumentation, as well as the development of data analysis techniques to facilitate generation of chemical insights.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to interrogate representative small-molecule chemical reactions from the portfolio, including non-isolated intermediates and process-related impurities.
Analyze and interpret chromatographic and spectroscopic data to provide insight into system suitability and performance limits.
Qualifications & Experience
- Candidates must be currently enrolled in an accredited university program seeking a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Science, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical or Biomedical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Candidates are expected to graduate between Fall 2027 and 2028.
- All candidates must be authorized to work in the US both at the time of hire and for the duration of their employment.
- Hands-on experience with LC (HPLC/UPLC) is required; experience with automated or online sampling systems and instrument integration is a plus.
- Experience with NMR techniques, particularly the acquisition and interpretation of small-molecule NMR data, is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated skills in problem-solving, instrument troubleshooting, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills are required.
- Must include GPA on resume for consideration (program requires GPA of 3.0 or greater).
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an accredited university program seeking a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Science, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical or Biomedical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Expected graduation between Fall 2027 and 2028.
- Authorized to work in the US at time of hire and for duration of employment.
- Hands-on experience with LC (HPLC/UPLC).
- Experience with NMR techniques, particularly acquisition and interpretation of small-molecule NMR data.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and instrument troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
- GPA of 3.0 or greater (must include on resume).
Benefits
- Mentorship program
- Professional development opportunities
- Networking opportunities
Company overview
Bristol Myers Squibb is a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases. Founded in 1887 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, the company operates with a unique BioPharma strategy that combines the reach and resources of a major pharmaceutical company with the entrepreneurial spirit and agility of a biotech firm. BMS focuses on transformative therapies in key therapeutic areas including oncology, hematology, immunology, cardiovascular disease, and fibrosis. The company has built a sustainable pipeline of potential therapies and leverages translational medicine and data analytics to deliver the right medicine to the right patient at the right time. With over 10,000 employees worldwide, Bristol Myers Squibb maintains a strong commitment to scientific excellence, patient-centric innovation, and global health equity through its foundation. The company's portfolio includes groundbreaking treatments such as Opdivo (nivolumab) for cancer, Eliquis (apixaban) for cardiovascular conditions, and Orencia (abatacept) for autoimmune diseases, among others.