2024 Summer Intern - Process Chemistry

2024 Summer Intern - Process Chemistry
Along with the submission of your CV, a Research Experience Summary (1 page max.) is needed.
Department Summary
The Synthetic Molecule Process Chemistry Department is in charge of developing phase appropriate chemical processes to deliver and support Genentech's rapidly evolving and diverse pipeline. We are a highly innovative and academic department that never shy away from implementing the state-of-the-art chemical reactions in our processes. The chemical processes we develop here will not only impact patients' lives but the broader chemical synthesis community as a whole. We invite chemists who share these values to join our department.
Key Responsibilities

• Synthetic organic experiments to identify, isolate and purify organic compounds
• Design and evaluate control experiments to aid reaction optimization
• Thorough recording of experimental details using electronic notebook software
• Collection of characterization data for starting materials, intermediates and products
• Adherence to all of Genentech's guidelines and rules, including safety practices
• Contribution to forthcoming publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Communication of research results in periodic written and oral presentations

Program Highlights

• Intensive 12-weeks, full time (40 hours per week) paid internship.
• Program start dates are in May and June 2023.
• A stipend, based on location, will be provided to help alleviate costs associated with the internship.
• Ownership of challenging and impactful business-critical projects.
• Work with some of the most talented scientists in the biotechnology industry.
• Final presentations of project work to senior leaders.
• Lead or participate in intern committees to design and coordinate program events and initiatives.
• Professional & personal development curriculum throughout the program, including networking opportunities, workshops, and panel discussions.
• Participate in volunteer projects, social events, and team-building activities.

Who You Are
Required Education: Must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree. Undergraduates who have completed at least 2-3 years of undergraduate coursework (juniors and seniors) at a university, including sophomore organic chemistry (lecture + lab).
Required Majors: Chemistry or organic chemistry, or related fields.
Preferred Qualification:

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Honesty, Integrity, Courage, and Passion.
• Knowledge of compound identification by NMR and mass spectrometry;
• Purification and isolation techniques, such as HPLC and silica gel column chromatography;
• Familiar with proper handling techniques for moisture and air-sensitive chemicals.
• We encourage students from all backgrounds to apply for this internship, and we are participating in a variety of programs designed to recruit students from historically underrepresented groups such as: Students Rising Above (SRA), Community College Internship Program (gCCIP), NexGeneGirls, and Futurelab Scholars.

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location for this position of California is $26.00 - $33.00 per hour. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position also qualifies for paid holiday time off benefits.
Genentech is an equal opportunity employer, and we embrace the increasingly diverse world around us. Genentech prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status and veteran status.