Research Intern – Biology and Drug Development

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a part-time research intern to support data-focused biology and translational research activities at Iambic Therapeutics. This role emphasizes data processing, analysis, visualization, and quality control for biological and clinical datasets, with minimal hands-on laboratory work. The ideal candidate is an undergraduate student with coursework in life sciences and a keen interest in oncology, translational biology, and data-driven drug development.

This is a 12-month, part-time, paid internship based on-site in our San Diego office, with a commitment of approximately 15 hours per week.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with entry, formatting, QC, and analysis of biological and clinical datasets

• Utilize Excel functions, GraphPad PRISM, and other tools for generating plots and analyzing trends

• Curate and annotate experimental data and relevant literature

• Support cross-functional teams in tracking translational and biomarker data workflows

• Apply tools like ChatGPT to draft summaries, structure datasets, and assist in research organization

• Participate in biology team meetings and maintain organized documentation

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program in Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or related field with coursework completed in general biology, biochemistry, and genetics

• Familiarity with cancer biology is strongly preferred

• Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel or equivalent (e.g., conditional formatting, pivot tables, formulas)

• Experience with GraphPad PRISM for data plotting and basic statistical analysis

• Comfortable using tools like ChatGPT or equivalent for information gathering and summarization

• High attention to detail, well-organized, and clear communicator

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

• Learn how translational and biomarker data are curated and analyzed in a biotech setting

• Develop best practices for data quality control, visualization, and reporting

• Gain exposure to cancer drug discovery, clinical strategy, and the biology-data interface

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams spanning biology, clinical operations, and informatics

• Opportunity to gain valuable industry insights through hands-on mentorship and professional networking, fostering both personal and career development.

ABOUT IAMBIC THERAPEUTICS

Iambic is a clinical-stage life-science and technology company developing novel medicines using its AI-driven discovery and development platform. Based in San Diego and founded in 2020, Iambic has assembled a world-class team that unites pioneering AI experts and experienced drug hunters. The Iambic platform has demonstrated delivery of new drug candidates to human clinical trials with unprecedented speed and across multiple target classes and mechanisms of action. Iambic is advancing a pipeline of potential best-in-class and first-in-class clinical assets, both internally and in partnership, to address urgent unmet patient need. Learn more about the Iambic team, platform, pipeline, and partnerships at iambic.ai.

MISSION & CORE VALUES

Our mission is to deliver better medicines through innovations in AI-based discovery technologies. The culture and work at Iambic Therapeutics are profoundly strengthened by the diversity of our people and our differences in background, culture, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, and life experiences. We are committed to building an inclusive environment where a diverse group of talented humans work together to discover therapeutics and create technologies.