2026 Summer Intern DMPK (Graduate student)

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Position Title: 2026 Summer Intern – DMPK (Graduate student)

Department: Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics

Reports To: Principal Scientist

Location: South San Francisco, CA 5 days per week (Mon to Fri)

Job Overview

Kardigan is looking for a scientific intern to join our DMPK team and gain hands-on exposure to a wide range of activities including assisting in characterizing the metabolic stability and reactive metabolites of small molecules, gaining experience in LC-MS and in-vitro DMPK assays.  If you’re interested in developing analytical skills within a supportive and fast-moving environment, this role is a great fit.  You’ll learn from experienced teammates and make a meaningful impact on our department.

What You’ll Do

• Hands-on lab work on metabolite characterization using HPLC and high-resolution LC-MS along with other various lab equipment.


• Assist in the development of in-vitro DMPK assays including work with transporters and drug metabolizing enzymes.


• The work will involve data analysis and scientific literature review.


• Present data at weekly meetings


• Prepare and present the findings of the internship at the end of summer research meeting.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Master's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or related field at an accredited university.


• Basic knowledge of pipetting and lab safety is required.


• Have a theoretical understanding of mass spectrometry and chromatography.


• This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about drug discovery and eager to learn from leaders in the group.


• Ideal candidate will have the ability to interpret and analyze experimental data, troubleshoot experiments, and propose solutions to challenges.

Pay: $35 per hour
Location requirement: Candidates must be based in the San Francisco Bay Area (no relocation assistance)