Pharma Formulations Intern — Analytical R&D

Able Too Work; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in Chicago is seeking a motivated intern to join the Formulations department for the Early-Stage Analytical team.

This internship offers hands-on analytical testing of pharmaceuticals, exposure to real-world projects, and a chance to develop professional skills in a collaborative environment. The role involves sample preparation, data analysis, instrument operation, and cross-functional collaboration, with five days in the office and an hourly wage of $24.00–$30.00.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's in biology, chemistry or related field.
• Minimum GPA 3.0.
• Returning to academic program for at least one semester after internship.
• Strong interest in pharma or academia.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples per SOPs and analyze data.
• Support day-to-day operations.
• Operate, calibrate, and perform basic maintenance of lab instruments.
• Present data in weekly team meetings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Help optimize experimental workflows.
• Prepare internship review at end and present to organization.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Biology or Chemistry or related field

Minimum GPA 3.0

Returning to academic program for at least one semester

Undergraduate laboratory research experience preferred

Chemistry/biology lab coursework experience

Tools

Excel

Job description

Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in Chicago is seeking a motivated intern to join the Formulations department for the Early-Stage Analytical team.

This internship offers hands-on analytical testing of pharmaceuticals, exposure to real-world projects, and a chance to develop professional skills in a collaborative environment. The role involves sample preparation, data analysis, instrument operation, and cross-functional collaboration, with five days in the office and an hourly wage of $24.00–$30.00.