Analytical Development Co-Op
Bayer
Summary
This position offers an exciting opportunity to support Analytical Development Scientists in method development, stability testing, and method validation activities. The successful candidate will participate in experimental design, laboratory testing, data generation, and data interpretation while supporting the development and characterization of APIs, excipients, and pharmaceutical formulations. Through hands-on laboratory work and collaboration with cross-functional teams, this role provides valuable experience in analytical chemistry, pharmaceutical development, and formulation support.
Job description
Position Purpose
This position offers an exciting opportunity to support Analytical Development Scientists in method development, stability testing, and method validation activities. The successful candidate will participate in experimental design, laboratory testing, data generation, and data interpretation while supporting the development and characterization of APIs, excipients, and pharmaceutical formulations. Through hands-on laboratory work and collaboration with cross-functional teams, this role provides valuable experience in analytical chemistry, pharmaceutical development, and formulation support.
Your Tasks and Responsibilities
- Support Analytical Development Scientists with method development, stability testing, and method validation activities
- Participate in the design and execution of experiments, data generation, and interpretation of results
- Conduct hands-on laboratory work and analytical development activities
- Develop and perform assay, related compounds, and dissolution testing of APIs and excipients to characterize materials
- Develop and conduct testing methods for a variety of formulations, including solid dosage forms, liquids, topicals, and gummies
- Analyze experimental data and interpret results for presentation within Analytical Development and cross-functional teams
- Leverage literature reviews, existing monographs, and chromatography modeling programs to support efficient method development
- Design and execute experimental stability studies to support formulation decision-making
- Interact regularly with members of the Formulation Development, Analytical Development, Site Operations, and Packaging teams to support project objectives
Who You Are
Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:
Required
- Currently pursuing a master's or doctoral degree in Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field
- Ability to commit to a six-month Co-op assignment
- Hands-on laboratory experience, including data analysis and interpretation
- Ability to work accurately and efficiently on multiple projects with aggressive timelines
- Strong computer and digital skills, including Microsoft Office applications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
- Familiarity with chromatography and related analytical instrumentation
- Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) and data analysis
- Hands-on laboratory experience in a research or development environment
- Positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn
- Strong creative problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
- Familiarity with DOE software, modeling, and simulation tools
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a master's or doctoral degree in Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field
- Ability to commit to a six-month Co-op assignment
- Hands-on laboratory experience, including data analysis and interpretation
- Ability to work accurately and efficiently on multiple projects with aggressive timelines
- Strong computer and digital skills, including Microsoft Office applications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with chromatography and related analytical instrumentation
- Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) and data analysis
- Hands-on laboratory experience in a research or development environment
- Positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn
- Strong creative problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
- Familiarity with DOE software, modeling, and simulation tools
Benefits
- Health care
- Vision
- Dental
- Retirement
- PTO
- Sick leave
Company overview
Bayer AG is a global life science company with core competencies in healthcare and agriculture, operating as one of the world's leading pharmaceutical corporations. Founded in 1863 and headquartered in Leverkusen, Germany, Bayer operates through three primary divisions: Pharmaceuticals, Consumer Health, and Crop Science. The company's pharmaceutical segment focuses on prescription products for cardiology, women's healthcare, oncology, hematology, and ophthalmology, with blockbuster drugs including Xarelto, Eylea, and Nubeqa. Bayer's Consumer Health division markets well-known over-the-counter brands such as Aspirin, Aleve, Claritin, and Bepanthen. The Crop Science division, strengthened by the acquisition of Monsanto, provides seeds, crop protection products, and digital farming solutions. With approximately 92,815 employees worldwide and operations in 80 countries, Bayer is committed to its mission of "Health for all, Hunger for none," driving innovation in medical treatments, agricultural productivity, and sustainable development. The company maintains a strong research and development pipeline, investing heavily in areas like precision medicine, artificial intelligence applications in healthcare, and sustainable agricultural technologies.