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Intern, Clinical Pharmacology

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.
sick time
United States, California, San Rafael
Nov 21, 2025
Who 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. 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. The Clinical Pharmacology group is responsible for the design, execution, interpretation, and reporting of nonclinical and clinical pharmacology aspects of BioMarin's development and commercial pipeline. This includes the assessment of PK/PD relationships of small molecule, biologic and gene therapy drug candidates that are situated throughout all stages of development (Phase 0-IV). Team members are responsible for the planning, implementation, and organization of regulatory filings along with presentation of clinical pharmacology data to internal cross-functional teams, external collaborators, US and ex-US regulatory authorities and the scientific community. JOB DESCRIPTION/PROJECT: The Clinical Pharmacology Intern will be responsible for the design, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of PK/PD studies in support of molecules in nonclinical and clinical development. This individual will work with Clinical Pharmacology leaders on projects and provide support in designing the Clinical Pharmacology strategy with an emphasis on dose and regimen selection. The assignment will be related to core clinical pharmacology activities with specific tasks targeted to answer key development questions and achieve short-term goals for the department. The assignment will span a period of 10-12 weeks concluded with an internal presentation of results of project to leadership & publish the findings at a scientific conference. Required Skills: Strong training in PK/PD analyses with a preference for population-based modeling and simulation Extensive hands-on experience with non-compartmental and compartmental PK/PD analysis software Excellent writing and verbal communication skills Desired Skills: Experience in clinical/nonclinical PK/PD study design, implementation, and interpretation Ability to work in a matrix environment and with different leadership styles Qualifications/Eligibility: Graduate level student with a strong interest in Clinical Pharmacology, Pharmacokinetics, PK/PD Modeling and Simulation Student must be returning to school in the Fall Term OR has graduated within the 1 year of the start of the program Must be available to work 40 hours a week Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship 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 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. In the U.S., the salary range for this position is $ 24 to $32 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.