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Revolution Medicines is a late-stage clinical oncology company developing novel targeted therapies for patients with RAS-addicted cancers. The company’s R&D pipeline comprises RAS(ON) inhibitors designed to suppress diverse oncogenic variants of RAS proteins. The company’s RAS(ON) inhibitors daraxonrasib (RMC-6236), a RAS(ON) multi-selective inhibitor; elironrasib (RMC-6291), a RAS(ON) G12C-selective inhibitor; zoldonrasib (RMC-9805), a RAS(ON) G12D-selective inhibitor; and RMC-5127, a RAS(ON) G12V-selective inhibitor, are currently in clinical development. As a new member of the Revolution Medicines team, you will join other outstanding professionals in a tireless commitment to patients with cancers harboring mutations in the RAS signaling pathway.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Playing an important role as engineering support within the Drug Product team, and working closely with Scientists and Process Engineers within the group. A successful candidate will be responsible for supporting clinical-stage and late-stage process developments as well as supporting preparation for Process Performance Qualification of Revolution Medicines’ compounds.
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Work closely with Scientists and Process Engineers within Drug Product group to support the transition of drug product manufacturing from clinical stage development through late stage development and Process Performance Qualification (PPQ).
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Support formulation and process development and optimization studies conducted according to the principles of Quality by Design (QbD), using tools such as OFAT (one factor at a time) experiments and DOE (Design of Experiments).
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Review protocols, manufacturing batch records, and development, campaign, and technical reports for clinical-stage and late-stage manufacturing.
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Analyze data and perform statistical analysis to support process development and optimization, process capability, and process range justification.
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Build and maintain databases to manage and track experimental data and results for multiple Programs.
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Conduct literature reviews and stay updated on the latest advancements in drug product development and manufacturing.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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Working towards a BS or MS or Ph. D in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline.
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Strong problem-solving skills with sound technically driven decision-making ability.
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Effective written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to review and interpret technical documents and protocols.
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Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
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Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Familiarity with regulatory requirements and guidelines in the pharmaceutical industry.
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Knowledge of Quality by Design (QbD) principles and tools such as OFAT and DOE a plus.
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Proficiency in statistical analysis software (JMP) a plus.
COMPENSATION
- Base Pay Salary Range: $67,000—$81,000 USD
The base pay salary range for this intern position for candidates working onsite at our headquarters in Redwood City, CA is listed below. The range displayed on each job posting is intended to be the base pay salary for an individual working onsite in Redwood City and will be adjusted for the local market a candidate is based in. Our base pay salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual base pay salary is determined by multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, market dynamics, and relevant education or training.
Please note that base pay salary is one part of the overall total rewards program at RevMed, which includes competitive cash compensation, robust equity awards, strong benefits, and significant learning and development opportunities.
Revolution Medicines is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and veteran status.
Revolution Medicines takes protection and security of personal data very seriously and respects your right to privacy while using our website and when contacting us by email or phone. We will only collect, process and use any personal data that you provide to us in accordance with our CCPA Notice and Privacy Policy. For additional information, please contact privacy@revmed.com.
We are aware of recent recruitment scams in which individuals or organizations falsely represent themselves as being affiliated with Revolution Medicines. These scams may appear as false job advertisements or unsolicited contacts through communication or chat platforms, email, phone, or text message.
Please note that Revolution Medicines does not extend unsolicited employment offers and will never ask candidates to provide financial information, purchase equipment, or pay fees as part of the hiring process. All legitimate communication from Revolution Medicines will come from an official @revmed.com email address.
If you believe you’ve been contacted by someone impersonating a Revolution Medicines recruiter, please report it to careers@revmed.com so we can share these impersonations with our IT team for tracking and awareness.
INTRODUCTION
Revolution Medicines is a late-stage clinical oncology company developing novel targeted therapies for patients with RAS-addicted cancers. The company’s R&D pipeline comprises RAS(ON) inhibitors designed to suppress diverse oncogenic variants of RAS proteins. The company’s RAS(ON) inhibitors daraxonrasib (RMC-6236), a RAS(ON) multi-selective inhibitor; elironrasib (RMC-6291), a RAS(ON) G12C-selective inhibitor; zoldonrasib (RMC-9805), a RAS(ON) G12D-selective inhibitor; and RMC-5127, a RAS(ON) G12V-selective inhibitor, are currently in clinical development. As a new member of the Revolution Medicines team, you will join other outstanding professionals in a tireless commitment to patients with cancers harboring mutations in the RAS signaling pathway.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Playing an important role as engineering support within the Drug Product team, and working closely with Scientists and Process Engineers within the group. A successful candidate will be responsible for supporting clinical-stage and late-stage process developments as well as supporting preparation for Process Performance Qualification of Revolution Medicines’ compounds.
-
Work closely with Scientists and Process Engineers within Drug Product group to support the transition of drug product manufacturing from clinical stage development through late stage development and Process Performance Qualification (PPQ).
-
Support formulation and process development and optimization studies conducted according to the principles of Quality by Design (QbD), using tools such as OFAT (one factor at a time) experiments and DOE (Design of Experiments).
-
Review protocols, manufacturing batch records, and development, campaign, and technical reports for clinical-stage and late-stage manufacturing.
-
Analyze data and perform statistical analysis to support process development and optimization, process capability, and process range justification.
-
Build and maintain databases to manage and track experimental data and results for multiple Programs.
-
Conduct literature reviews and stay updated on the latest advancements in drug product development and manufacturing.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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Working towards a BS or MS or Ph. D in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline.
-
Strong problem-solving skills with sound technically driven decision-making ability.
-
Effective written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills.
-
Ability to review and interpret technical documents and protocols.
-
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
-
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
-
Familiarity with regulatory requirements and guidelines in the pharmaceutical industry.
-
Knowledge of Quality by Design (QbD) principles and tools such as OFAT and DOE a plus.
-
Proficiency in statistical analysis software (JMP) a plus.
COMPENSATION
- Base Pay Salary Range: $67,000—$81,000 USD
The base pay salary range for this intern position for candidates working onsite at our headquarters in Redwood City, CA is listed below. The range displayed on each job posting is intended to be the base pay salary for an individual working onsite in Redwood City and will be adjusted for the local market a candidate is based in. Our base pay salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual base pay salary is determined by multiple factors, including job-related skills, experience, market dynamics, and relevant education or training.
Please note that base pay salary is one part of the overall total rewards program at RevMed, which includes competitive cash compensation, robust equity awards, strong benefits, and significant learning and development opportunities.
Revolution Medicines is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and veteran status.
Revolution Medicines takes protection and security of personal data very seriously and respects your right to privacy while using our website and when contacting us by email or phone. We will only collect, process and use any personal data that you provide to us in accordance with our CCPA Notice and Privacy Policy. For additional information, please contact privacy@revmed.com.
We are aware of recent recruitment scams in which individuals or organizations falsely represent themselves as being affiliated with Revolution Medicines. These scams may appear as false job advertisements or unsolicited contacts through communication or chat platforms, email, phone, or text message.
Please note that Revolution Medicines does not extend unsolicited employment offers and will never ask candidates to provide financial information, purchase equipment, or pay fees as part of the hiring process. All legitimate communication from Revolution Medicines will come from an official @revmed.com email address.
If you believe you’ve been contacted by someone impersonating a Revolution Medicines recruiter, please report it to careers@revmed.com so we can share these impersonations with our IT team for tracking and awareness.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Pharmaceutical
Align your CV with specialty occupation standards
Pharmaceutical host employers expect credentials tied to a specific discipline: medicinal chemistry, pharmacokinetics, regulatory affairs, or clinical trials. Frame your degree and lab experience around the exact subdiscipline of the role, not general pharmaceutical science.
Confirm your program category before applying
Current students pursuing internships qualify under the J-1 Intern category. Post-degree professionals with relevant work history apply as Trainees. Researchers attached to academic or industry labs typically qualify as Research Scholars. Applying under the wrong category delays your DS-2019.
Search for host employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter for pharmaceutical roles at companies that have hosted J-1 exchange visitors. This narrows your search to organizations already familiar with DS-2019 requirements and training plan obligations, cutting through employers unlikely to engage.
Prepare a structured training plan before outreach
Your designated sponsor requires a completed Training or Internship Placement Plan (Form DS-7002) before issuing a DS-2019. Draft the objectives, activities, and evaluation schedule with your prospective host employer early, since incomplete plans are the most common delay in pharmaceutical placements.
Identify host employers with active research agreements
Pharmaceutical companies running active IND applications, NDA submissions, or Phase II-III clinical trials are more likely to support a structured J-1 training program because the regulatory timelines give them a defined need for specialized exchange visitors with your credentials.
Check the two-year home residency requirement early
Many pharmaceutical J-1 participants from countries with government-funded training or skills-shortage designations are subject to a two-year home residency requirement before changing to H-1B or permanent resident status. Confirm your obligation with your designated sponsor before accepting a host placement.
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Find Pharmaceutical JobsPharmaceutical J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits pharmaceutical roles?
It depends on your career stage. Current students completing degree requirements typically qualify under the J-1 Intern category. Post-degree professionals with relevant industry or research experience apply as Trainees. Scientists conducting original research at a U.S. laboratory or institution generally qualify as Research Scholars. Your designated sponsor, not the host employer, determines the appropriate category based on your background and proposed activities.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa in pharmaceutical placements?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as AIPT, Cultural Vistas, or a university exchange office. That organization issues the DS-2019 and monitors your compliance throughout the placement. The pharmaceutical company is your host employer, not your visa sponsor. They provide the training environment and sign the training plan, but they do not control your immigration status.
How do I find pharmaceutical employers open to J-1 exchange visitors?
Most pharmaceutical companies don't advertise J-1 host placements through standard job postings, which makes direct search difficult. Migrate Mate lets you filter for roles and employers specifically aligned with J-1 sponsorship pathways, helping you identify organizations already familiar with training plan requirements and DS-2019 obligations rather than cold-contacting companies with no exchange visitor history.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to pharmaceutical J-1 participants?
It can. Exchange visitors from countries on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, or those whose programs are funded by a government, are subject to the two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). Pharmaceutical researchers from countries with a skills shortage in life sciences are frequently subject to this rule. It bars you from changing to H-1B or lawful permanent resident status until you satisfy or obtain a waiver of the requirement.
What documentation does a pharmaceutical host employer need to support my J-1 placement?
The host employer must co-sign Form DS-7002, the Training or Internship Placement Plan, which details your objectives, activities, supervision structure, and evaluation schedule. They must also provide proof of workers' compensation coverage and confirm they have not displaced a U.S. worker. Your designated sponsor reviews these documents before issuing the DS-2019, so the host's cooperation with paperwork is a prerequisite, not a formality.
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