Discovery Pharma Sciences Co-op - Summer Research

MSD; South San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD Malaysia's Discovery Pharmaceutical Sciences Department in South San Francisco is seeking a co-op for up to 6 months in 2027 to contribute to formulation development and manufacturing of oral, sterile, and specialty products. You will work in a multidisciplinary team and present results in oral and written formats.

Strong academic performance and communication skills are emphasized, with opportunities to apply HPLC, spectroscopy, and analytical techniques in real projects.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled undergraduate sophomore, junior, or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree OR graduate student pursuing a Masters or Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or Engineering
• Available to work full-time for up to 4–6 months during 2027
• GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Interest in Pharmaceutical Sciences & Clinical Supplies
• Basic laboratory skills and research experience (electronic notebook, HPLC, spectroscopy)
• Hazardous materials handling awareness optional

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in formulation development and manufacturing projects for oral, sterile, and specialty products
• Assist in drug delivery research and characterization
• Present research results orally and in written formats

Skills

Academic excellence

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutics/Pharmaceutical Sciences/Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry/Engineering

Graduate student pursuing Masters or Ph.D. in relevant field

Tools

HPLC

Spectroscopy

Analytical techniques

Job description

MSD Malaysia's Discovery Pharmaceutical Sciences Department in South San Francisco is seeking a co-op for up to 6 months in 2027 to contribute to formulation development and manufacturing of oral, sterile, and specialty products. You will work in a multidisciplinary team and present results in oral and written formats.

Strong academic performance and communication skills are emphasized, with opportunities to apply HPLC, spectroscopy, and analytical techniques in real projects.