Ardelyx Internship

Human Resources Waltham, Massachusetts Fremont, California Milwaukee, Wisconsin


Description

Ardelyx is a publicly traded commercial biopharmaceutical company founded with a mission to discover, develop and commercialize innovative first-in-class medicines that meet significant unmet medical needs. Ardelyx has two commercial products approved in the United States, IBSRELA® (tenapanor) and XPHOZAH® (tenapanor). Ardelyx has agreements for the development and commercialization of tenapanor outside of the U.S. Kyowa Kirin commercializes PHOZEVEL® (tenapanor) for hyperphosphatemia in Japan. A New Drug Application for tenapanor for hyperphosphatemia has been submitted in China with Fosun Pharma. Knight Therapeutics commercializes IBSRELA in Canada.     
 
Job Summary: 
 
This internship provides valuable hands-on experience and an opportunity to apply academic knowledge in a real-world setting.
 
Location: Waltham, MA, Milwaukee, WI, or Fremont, CA
 
Duration:  8-12 weeks
 
Essential Functions: 
  • Assist in specific tasks relevant to the functional department.
  • Conduct research and compile data for projects, reports, etc.
  • Collaborate with team members on assigned projects or initiatives.
  • Attend and actively participate in team meetings.
  • Learn and apply industry-specific knowledge and skills.
  • Support day-to-day operations as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned. 
Position Requirements: 
  • Students that are close to graduation within 1-2 years
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work well in a team and independently.
  • Eagerness to learn and contribute to the team's success.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, as well as strong organizational skills and ability to understand technical processes and requirements.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite products
  • Ability to independently manage timelines in a project team environment.
Work Environment:  
  • Location ideally in or close to Fremont, CA, Waltham, MA, or Milwaukee, WI
The hourly rate for this Internship position is $22phr.  Ardelyx utilizes industry data to ensure that our compensation is competitive and aligned with our industry peers. 
 
Ardelyx is an equal opportunity employer.