QSP Modeling Internship
Simulations Plus
Summary
The Quantitative Systems Pharmacology (QSP) Modeling Intern will work hand in hand with our amazing modeling team to successfully complete a variety of projects, goals, and analyses. Internships normally run from June to August.
Job description
Job Responsibilities May Include:
- Review, compile, and assemble data and related information for one or various critical QSP and/or Quantitative Systems Toxicology (QST) projects
- Design, write, test, and use computer code to build and maintain the biological sub-model(s) related to a given core area (e.g., QSP models of inflammatory, fibrotic, metabolic, and autoimmune diseases, and immuno-oncology; QST models of liver and kidney safety) and/or general software development
- Represent compounds in these modeling platforms, including translation of laboratory or clinical data into model parameters
- Contribute to the activities required for successful completion of the QSP Solutions Team’s goals, including those of various internal research and development efforts
- Combine technical and project management work, including components such as QSP/QST modeling, software code development, and maintenance in MATLAB, Python, or other designated software environments
- Prepare reports and presentations and present critical final deliverables for all projects
- Participate in preparation and review of manuscripts and/or conference abstracts
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Previous QSP modeling or related experience preferred
- Great verbal and written communication skills
- Strong data analytics and organizational skills
- Manage personal workflow to meet deadlines
- Build and maintain positive working relationships
- Good team player who meets and exceeds goals
- Self-motivated, confident, energetic, and creative
- Always maintain client confidentiality
Education:
- Currently working towards a PhD or Master’s degree in pharmaceutical sciences, applied mathematics, engineering, or related field
Requirements
- Currently working towards a PhD or Master’s degree in pharmaceutical sciences, applied mathematics, engineering, or related field
- Previous QSP modeling or related experience preferred
- Great verbal and written communication skills
- Strong data analytics and organizational skills
- Manage personal workflow to meet deadlines
- Build and maintain positive working relationships
- Good team player who meets and exceeds goals
- Self-motivated, confident, energetic, and creative
- Always maintain client confidentiality
Company overview
Simulations Plus is a leading provider of modeling and simulation software for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Founded in 1996 and publicly traded on NASDAQ (SLP), the company specializes in developing advanced software solutions that accelerate drug discovery and development processes. Their flagship products include GastroPlus for oral absorption simulation, ADMET Predictor for property prediction, and DDDPlus for dissolution testing. These tools enable researchers to predict drug behavior, optimize formulations, and reduce the need for costly animal testing and clinical trials. Simulations Plus serves major pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, and academic institutions worldwide, helping them make data-driven decisions throughout the drug development pipeline. The company's technology plays a crucial role in advancing precision medicine and improving the efficiency of bringing new therapies to market.