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You Matter to Cambrex.

Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance development and manufacturing across the entire drug lifecycle, as well as comprehensive analytical and IND enabling services.

With over 40 years of experience and a team of 2,000 experts servicing global clients from North America and Europe, Cambrex offers a range of specialized drug substance technologies and capabilities, including continuous flow, controlled substances, liquid-phase peptide synthesis, solid-state science, material characterization, and highly potent APIs.

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At Cambrex, we strive to build a culture where all colleagues have the opportunity to:

• engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve
• learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment
• strengthen connections with coworkers and the community

We're committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast-paced and growing company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more!

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Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations. Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world. Start a career where You Matter by applying today!

Job Overview

Cambrex High Point is currently seeking exceptional candidates to Intern in our chemical research and development team. A successful candidate will be joining a group of innovative and entrepreneurial scientists, and will be required to work on project(s) relevant to Chemical R&D chemistry. Intern will present their project at the end of the intership to the Cambrex High Point colleagues. As a Research and Development (Chemical) Intern, you may be exposed to multiple aspects of R&D, Chemistry, cGMP, API Production or other areas through orientation meetings, shadowing, and on the job training.

We are looking for a candidate who has a passion for learning and working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Intern candidates must be 2nd year student or above, currently enrolled in a BS or MS Degree program in Chemistry or related field. Experience in a laboratory environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in multistep organic syntheses, isolation, and purification of targeted products under supervision or direction of a senior member of the team.
• Must possess a basic understanding of modern organic synthesis methodologies.
• Must have a fundamental understanding of modern analytical and spectroscopic techniques and may possess the ability to interpret the corresponding data and spectra.
• Must demonstrate a basic understanding of syntheses and purification techniques on scales ranging from milligrams to several kilograms.
• Conduct laboratory operations in a safe manner. Maintain familiarity with the company's chemical hygiene plan. Exhibit safety awareness and safe work practices.
• Follow responsible actions regarding chemical disposal. Maintain compliance with all regulations at the federal, state, and local levels.
• Responsible for laboratory upkeep (supplies, chemicals, cleanliness, safety).
• This position works with and handles hazardous materials and wastes. Must have the appropriate qualifications to read, understand, apply, and communicate written and verbal information regarding handling and managing hazardous wastes.
• Safety Training is required prior to entering any laboratories or production areas.

Qualifications/Skills

Organic Chemistry Knowledge: Understanding of the Scientific Method, undergraduate experience in Organic Chemistry

Cross Discipline Knowledge: Educational exposure to cross functional technical departments

GMP/Regulatory Knowledge: With manager supervision, able to comply with SOPs and basic regulatory guidance

Instrumentation: Basic understanding of key analytical R&D equipment; can operate with supervision

Communication: Good oral and written communication skills

Problem Solving: Basic understanding of the laboratory investigation process

Time Management: Ability to handle key assignments with supervision

Leadership: Shares ideas with peers

Technical Documentation and Review: Ability to keep a good laboratory notebook and perform data entry, compliance with GDP

External Influence: Ability to work within a matrix team

Industry Credibility and Rapport: Willing to learn and grow within the local Cambrex Team

Operational Excellence: Strives to engage in group/team improvement projects

Change Orientation: Able to understand the importance of Cambrex initiatives

Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements

Must be a 2nd year student or above, currently enrolled in a BS or MS or PhD degree program in Chemistry (organic chemistry exposure is helpful) or related field. Experience in a laboratory environment is preferred.

Cambrex is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment. All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a comprehensive pre-employment screen. The pre-employment screen may consist of several components including but not limited to a drug test, criminal record check, identity verification, reference checks, education and employment verification, and may vary based on federal, state, and local laws. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.

All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Cambrex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), ancestry, national origin, place of birth, age, marital status, disability/handicap, genetic information, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state, and/or local law.