Internship - Oligonucleotide Bioanalysis and ADME

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Novo Nordisk’s 2026 Oligonucleotide Bioanalysis and ADME internship in the GNAT division offers a ten-week, onsite experience in Lexington for current grad students, with hands-on LC-MS analysis, specialized sample handling, and method optimization for hepatic and extrahepatic targets. Ideal candidates have LC-MS and biological sample prep experience, a strong analytical mindset, and interest in nucleic acid therapeutics; a PhD in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry is preferred, with GPA around 3.0+, plus multitasking and collaboration skills. The program runs June 1 to August 14, includes trainings and mentorship, and carries a base compensation range of $52,000 to $89,000 hourly; sponsorship is not available. For applications, tailor your resume to LC-MS and tissue/plasma work, show project ownership and data interpretation, and highlight presentation skills.

About the Department

Our Research & Development organization brings together the best minds in life science innovation. The teams located in facilities in Lexington, Watertown, Cambridge and Plainsboro reflect the full R&D continuum, from early research through late-stage clinical development. Here, we are building for the future, creating a distinct R&D community based on collaboration, partnerships, and cutting-edge research across multiple modalities and therapeutic areas. We recognize that improving human health starts here and that patients rely on us. Our R&D hub merges biotech speed and agility with large pharmaceutical company quality, resources, and stability, uniting the best of both worlds to develop new medicines for patients

The Program

At Novo Nordisk, interns will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced industry professionals and gain valuable, hands-on, full-time work experience. For ten working weeks, interns will be immersed in the environment of a global pharmaceutical company and contribute to the line of business by providing sustainable and meaningful project work. Our internship program also includes instructor led trainings, a leadership engagement series, and a guided mentorship program to offer professional and personal development.

Program Start: June 1st, 2026

Program End: August 14th, 2026

Scope of Position

The RNAi Bioanalysis & ADME team in the Global Nucleic Acid Therapeutics (GNAT) division at Novo Nordisk Inc, is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated current graduate student for its 2026 early talent summer internship program. The ideal applicant will have prior academic experience in liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) analysis, analytical problem-solving skills for assessing assay data and performance. Hands-on experience with biological sample preparation techniques (involving rodent tissue, plasma) with a focus on quantitative or qualitative LC-MS analysis would be a plus. Experience with nucleic acid therapeutics or other biologics would be preferred. The intern will be part of early discovery ADME research involving hepatic and extra-hepatic targeting projects. This would include specialized sample handling, extraction and LC-MS method optimization. During the internship, the intern will have opportunities to present their learnings and results at group meetings.

Physical Requirements

0% overnight travel required.

Qualifications

• Must be a current student enrolled at an accredited college or university pursuing at least a bachelor’s degree
• An in progress doctorate degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or a related discipline preferred
• Strong academic record with a preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Conscientious self-starter with good organizational skills, project management skills and attention to detail
• Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities, must be able to multi-task
• Strong interpersonal communication and ability to collaborate with teams; must effectively operate independently, across functional lines, and with internal customers
• Demonstrated personal initiative, self-motivation, flexibility, adaptability and willingness to learn
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

At this time, Novo Nordisk is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future would require sponsorship for employment visa status.

The base compensation range for this position is $52,000 to $89,000 on an hourly basis. Due to the temporary nature of this program, this position is not eligible to participate in any of the Company's benefit plans and will not be entitled to any paid time off unless otherwise required by applicable law.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

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