Drug Discovery & Translational Sciences Intern

The Drug Discovery & Translational Sciences Division of Inotiv Corp (DTS) is seeking an intern for the summer term 2026.  Based in Nashville, TN, the intern will join our team of Biochemical Pharmacologists and Biochemists embarking on an exciting project involving the ex vivo global and targeted proteomic characterization of specific organ tissue from mammalian species.  The intern will primarily utilize a combination of biochemistry, high resolution mass spectrometry and bioinformatics to elucidate pathways contributing to a specific diseased tissue and determine its relevance to human disease. In this position, you will be a team member working on a strategic partnership outlined and managed by Inotiv DTS and aimed at understanding the underlying mechanisms leading to comorbid disease states impacting liver, heart and kidney. You will work directly with scientists in the Nashville laboratory but will also connect with other scientists from various teams across the Inotiv organization. The successful candidate is currently enrolled in an undergraduate institution seeking a degree (B.Sc.) in Biomedical Engineering, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Chemical Biology or Bioanalytical Sciences, or has graduated from an institution granting degrees similarly.

Deliverables from the internship will be as follows:

• Develop proficiency in sample processing of ex vivo organs and tissue, contemporary cell culture, novel alternative methods (NAMs) and human FFPE specimens from diseased and tissue.
• Learn proper use and maintenance of contemporary mass spectrometry instrumentation (e.g., LC-MS/MS, High Resolution MS)
• Develop and implement sample acquisition methods on appropriate mass spectrometer instrumentation with subsequent downstream data analysis of targeted or global mass spectrometry data
• Proactively share findings and knowledge to support continued partnership with Inotiv’s strategic partners
• Summary report on project outcomes at completion of internship

*This position could be offered at different levels for candidates who qualify with a combination of advanced levels of education and/or years of experience.  The salary range will adjust along with the level of the role to match the person’s relevant experience and/or education level.

Inotiv is a growing contemporary drug discovery and development company where we “Play to Win” in an industry rich with opportunity.  Together, we face challenges and together we win in the delivery of world-class drug discovery and development solutions that impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.  There’s an opportunity for everyone at all phases of a career, each individual’s unique skill set has an impact on the work we conduct. If you have the talent and desire to impact the quality of people’s lives, we have the career opportunities to make it happen.  Join us in embracing research and science to impact the health and well-being of people all over the world.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and responsibilities. Benefits include health and dental coverage, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401K, and more!

Inotiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.