Summer Intern - Analytical Development

At Harmony Biosciences, we specialize in developing and delivering treatments for rare neurological diseases that others often overlook. We believe that where empathy and innovation meet, a better life can begin for people living with neurological disorders. Our team brings together experts from diverse scientific and professional backgrounds—united by our conviction that innovative science creates real therapeutic possibilities for patients, who are at the center of everything we do.

Our core values define Harmony Biosciences’ culture: keeping patients at the heart of all we do, acting with integrity and ethics, working with a one-team mindset, leading with science as we identify new clinical possibilities, and delivering excellence.

This summer internship offers a unique view into a rare-disease-focused biotech company. You will work on meaningful, real-world projects and have opportunities to connect with colleagues across the organization through networking events and team activities.

Department Overview: Analytical Development

Analytical Development is responsible for:

• Developing, qualifying, and validating analytical methods to support drug substance and drug product development for both early- and late-stage programs.
• Providing scientific and technical expertise for CMC analytical activities, including method lifecycle management, reference standard qualification, and stability study support.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external partners (CDMOs, CROs) to ensure phase-appropriate analytical control strategies aligned with regulatory expectations.
• Supporting clinical manufacturing and product characterization through robust testing methodologies and problem-solving.

Internship Responsibilities

The Analytical Development Intern will contribute to one or more projects, such as:

• Collect, organize, and analyze analytical data (e.g., chromatographic results, stability trends) to support ongoing development activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation, contribute to technical summaries, and prepare presentations of project findings.
• Track changes in analytical methods and support method lifecycle documentation.
• Support Analytical Leads by reviewing analytical documents, reports, protocols, and data summaries.
• Attend project meetings as needed and assist with action item follow-up.
• Assist in coordination with CDMOs on method transfer, qualification activities, or analytical timelines.

Requirements

• Candidates must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be enrolled as a junior, senior, or master’s student in an accredited college or university.
• Preferred majors include Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, or related scientific disciplines.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and MS SharePoint/Teams required.
• Strong interest in analytical chemistry, pharmaceutical development, and laboratory science.
• Excellent analytical thinking, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• This internship will be conducted in a remote/virtual work environment.
• Requires reliable internet access and the ability to participate in virtual meetings, trainings, and team collaborations.
• Requires close vision for reviewing electronic documents, data sets, and screen-based tasks.
• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use may be required.

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