Intern, Global Study Operations
Location San Rafael, California Workstyle Hybrid ApplyWho We Are
BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health.
Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.
Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.
About Worldwide Research and Development
From research and discovery to post-market clinical development, our WWRD engine involves all bench and clinical research and the associated groups that support those endeavors. Our teams work on developing first-in-class and best-in-class therapeutics that provide meaningful advances to patients who live with genetic diseases.
BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health.
Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.
Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.
About Worldwide Research and Development
From research and discovery to post-market clinical development, our WWRD engine involves all bench and clinical research and the associated groups that support those endeavors. Our teams work on developing first-in-class and best-in-class therapeutics that provide meaningful advances to patients who live with genetic diseases.
SUMMARY:
The BioMarin Summer Internship Program will enable students to gain valuable experience and knowledge of the processes and systems within BioMarin, while gaining an insight into the pharmaceutical/biotech industry. Over the course of 10 - 12 weeks our interns gain industry experience while working alongside our talented team on meaningful projects.
We are currently offering an opportunity for a student in life sciences to join the Global Study Operations team as an intern to gain work experience in the field of study operations. Global Study Operations is an integral team that works cross functionally within the BioMarin organization to operationalize human clinical trials for rare disease. We are looking for a proactive, problem-solving individual, who demonstrates flexibility, and an ability to communicate at all levels of an organization.
You will gain hands-on experience in the day-to-day activities within Global Study Operations, while also obtaining a high-level understanding of clinical trial execution. You will be given specific tasks to support teams and functional roles within the department.
JOB DESCRIPTION/PROJECT:
As a member of the team, you will learn and perform various tasks that may be associated with study and/or site start-up, maintenance, and study close-out for one or more of our programs. You may also perform various tasks that support the Global Study Operations department.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Create/maintain essential document trackers and site activation/startup activities for new clinical trial sites
- Assist with various reconciliation projects to support clinical study regulatory filings
- Assist with Clinical Operations internal electronic filing of study documents
- Learn and participate in internal clinical operations and cross functional team meetings
- Other tasks as appropriate or assigned
Required Skills:
- Organized, detail-oriented, and a self-starter who recognizes the value of gaining experience from the ground floor up.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), TEAMS, Zoom
Desired Skills:
- Good written and oral communication skills, and a self-starter who recognizes the value of gaining experience from the ground floor.
Qualifications/Eligibility:
- Pursuing a bachelor’s or master's degree, preferably in a relevant field of study
(e.g., Regulatory, Biology, other science) - Student must be returning to school in the Fall Term OR has graduated within one year of the start of their program.
- Must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
- Must be available to work full time, 40 hours a week.
- Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. based university or college and enrolled in the fall term after the completion of the internship OR have graduated within 1 year of the start of the program.
- Must be able to relocate if necessary and work at the designated site for the duration of the internship for on-site, hybrid roles.
Benefits of a BioMarin Internship:
- Paid hourly wage, paid company holidays, and sick time
- Apply skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to on-the-job experiences
- Comprehensive, value-added project(s)
- Develop skills specific to your major.
- Opportunities for professional development by building relationships and learning about other parts of the business.
- Participate in company all hands meetings, monthly community lunches
- Corporate office amenities such as: 24/7 on-site gym, coffee truck, snacks
- Access to Employee Resource Groups
- Assistance with housing/transportation to help alleviate costs associated with the internship for eligible employees.
Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
In the U.S., the salary range for this position is $ 21 to $25 per hour, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
The US range for this position is $ null to $ null.Your actual hourly rate will be dictated by what year you're in in undergraduate school, or on the type of graduate degree you are pursuing. In the U.S., the salary range for this position is $ null to $ null per year, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A discretionary bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.