Intern in Peptide Chemistry

**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.

**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 implementing purification and sample logistics

**Who you are**:

- You are a passionate scientist close to completing a master’s degree or are enrolled in a Ph.D. program in chemistry, biochemistry or related discipline.
- You have a keen interest in broadening your scientific knowledge and adopted a learning and coaching mindset
- You bring knowledge and hands-on experiences in peptide synthesis and have additional hands-on experience in at least one additional field, such as:

- Design and synthesis of peptide conjugates, glycopeptides or peptidomimetics
- Experience in native chemical ligation, biochemical ligation, or peptide stapling methodology
- Design and synthesis of complex building blocks for peptide synthesis
- You are well-organized and deliver on time; possess good communication and presentation skills
- You enjoy working in a multidisciplinary and intercultural team.
- You are fluent in English; German is a plus

**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.

**Location**: Germany : North Rhine Westfalia : Wuppertal-Elberfeld

**Division**: Pharmaceuticals

**Reference Code**:811097