Spring Co-op/Modeling

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Department Description

Drug Metabolism & Pharmacokinetics (DMPK) Group is responsible for integrating the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and elimination (ADME) characteristics of drug candidate molecules from in vitro, pre-clinical and clinical information. More specifically DMPK Modelling group provides in vitro to in vivo translation, human dose predictions, and clinical using compartmental pharmacokinetics (PK) and physiologically based pharmacokinetics (PBPK) and pharmacodynamics (PD). This co-op position will focus on Antibody-Drug Conjugates (ADCs), specifically on the mechanistic PBPK modeling for their payloads.

Job Description

This position offers a unique opportunity to develop advanced ADC PBPK modeling skills within the DMPK Modeling group. The PBPK science Co-op will contribute to establishing a generic, reusable payload PBPK framework in Simcyp, applicable across diverse ADC modalities. This work will encompass:

• Comprehensive characterization of ADC payload ADME using both internal and published data.
• Independent development and validation of PBPK model for ADC payloads in Simcyp, often utilizing Trastuzumab-based ADCs as an exemplar system to explore mAb PK, linker stability, and payload exposure.
• Integration of mechanistic data or QSAR-predicted parameters to ensure broad applicability of models, identifying key data gaps and informing future ADC design strategies.
• Collaboration across various cross-functional teams (toxicology, biology, chemistry, clinical pharmacology, formulations) to apply model-informed drug development strategies for ADCs.
• Work towards building a template PBPK model in Simcyp for multiple ADC payload chemotypes, integrating mechanistic sub-models or QSAR-based predictions.
• Present modeling outputs in internal team and department meetings.
• The goal is to be able to generate a high-impact publication detailing the generic ADC payload PBPK model and its applications.

Minimum Qualifications

• Pursuing a Master's or PhD in a relevant scientific discipline (Math, Pharmacology, Biochemistry or other DMPK related sciences).
• Must be able to work full-time (35-40 hours/week) throughout the duration of the 6 month co-op (March ~ September 2026), ideally extending to a 12-month assignment.
• Must have an active student status and/or within 12 months post-graduation from a BS or MS degree program. Post-doctoral candidates are not eligible.  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with application of PBPK software SimCYP.
• Basic knowledge of DMPK processes in drug discovery and development.
• Basic understanding of the in vitro/in vivo experiments used to describe general ADME principles especially drug absorption and drug distribution.
• Scientific writing and presentation ability with excellent verbal communication skills.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must successfully pass a drug screen and background check prior to assignment target start date.  
• Once your application is submitted, you will be prompted to complete our immersive GSK Digital Assessment. A passing score is required to proceed in the application process. After completing the assessment, a recruiter will review your application and contact you with next steps. 
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Benefits

• While GSK embraces a flexible work environment, we do require certain positions to be onsite. Candidates who are hired for an on-site role or hybrid role, and reside outside of 50-miles from their assigned work location, are eligible for relocation stipend. This is a one-time payment to help offset housing & relocation expenses. Please refer to the position details for the requirements of each position. 
• GSK Interns and Co-ops are offered a competitive hourly pay rate and benefits. Please note, benefits eligibility determined the month following date of hire.

• This job posting is for a temporary role as an employee of Atrium on assignment at GSK. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of Atrium; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by Atrium upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on several factors, including skills, competencies, experience, educational degree obtained, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law.

  In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirement.

  • Pay Rate Range: $21/hr to $40/hr

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