• Job Description

  Req#: 811097

  At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

  Intern in Peptide Chemistry (m/f/d)

  We are a dynamic, motivated and diverse team and are looking for a bright, energetic student to join our team.
  The Peptide Discovery Lab (PDL) aims to develop new, innovative peptide-based therapeutics and tools. For this purpose, we use a number of technologies that we constantly develop further: structure-based design, various screening methods for lead generation (internal and external), automation & digitization of the peptide platform, computational design/modeling, bioconjugation & classical medicinal chemistry. We collaborate closely across Bayer Research & Development as well as with external partners to develop new therapies for patients.

  Time Frame: 6 months
  Starting Date: 01.06.2024

  
  Your tasks and responsibilities
  • Design and synthesis of complex peptides, peptide conjugates, glycopeptides and/or peptidomimetics on solid support or in solution
  • Develop and optimize synthetic methodology in peptide chemistry to benefit ongoing and future projects
  • Support our lab automation by establishing and optimizing workflows

  What you bring with you
  • You are a passionate scientist close to completing a master’s degree or in a gap year prior to starting a PhD in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences or related discipline.
  • You are motivated, driven, curious and have a keen interest in broadening your scientific knowledge.
  • Ideally, you have knowledge and hands-on experience in peptide synthesis and have further experience in at least one additional field, such as:
  o Design and synthesis of peptide conjugates, glycopeptides or peptidomimetics
  o Organic synthesis
  o Screening technologies such as phage display or mRNA display
  o (LC)MS or proteomics
  • You possess good communication skills and are quick in finding your place in new environments.
  • You are fluent in English, basic German is beneficial.

  
  We offer you an internship for a period of 6 months in a friendly and team-oriented working atmosphere. We look very much forward to receiving your application (CV and cover letter) online.

  What we offer
  Our benefits package is flexible, appreciative, and tailored to your lifestyle, because: What matters to you, matters to us!
  • Depending on the nature of your job, flexible work arrangements can be made in alignment with your manager.
  • We support your growth through access to professional development and learning opportunities, such as LinkedIn Learning and our language learning platform Education First.
  • We encourage sustainable mobility by providing climate-friendly transportation options such as job tickets and bike sharing.
  • As one of our perks, our Corporate Benefits program grants you access to sales discounts from more than 150 brands.
  • We embrace diversity by providing an inclusive work environment in which you are welcomed, supported, and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.

  YOUR APPLICATION

  This is your opportunity to tackle the world’s biggest challenges with us: Maintaining our health, feeding growing populations and slowing the rate of climate change. You have a voice, ideas and perspectives and we want to hear them. Because our success begins with you. Be part of something big. Be Bayer.

  Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.
  

  Location: Germany : North Rhine Westfalia : Wuppertal-Elberfeld

  Division: Pharmaceuticals

  Reference Code: 811097

• About the company

  Bayer AG is a German multinational pharmaceutical and life sciences company and one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world.

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