Research & Development Intern

The Research and Development Intern position is responsible for supporting formulation development, process optimization, and analytical testing within a 503B outsourcing facility. This role focuses on sterile compounded drug products under current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and regulatory guidelines established by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. At Quva, you will be an essential part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to expanding critical access to quality, affordable medication and data insights while promoting a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Turn your passion for precision and your commitment to quality into a meaningful impact on healthcare across the US.

This internship runs through June 1 - July 31, 2026.  Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM at our Sugar Land, TX Location.

What the R&D Intern Does Each Day:

• Assist in developing and optimizing formulations
• Conduct pre-formulation studies (pH, solubility, compatibility)
• Support scale-up activities from lab to pilot batches
• Document formulation protocols and experimental results
• Perform analytical testing (e.g., HPLC)
• Prepare samples and reagents following SOPs
• Maintain laboratory notebooks in compliance with cGMP standards
• Assist in stability studies and data tracking
• Observe and assist with aseptic processing and sterile compounding
• Support environmental monitoring and cleanroom practices
• Help troubleshoot production or formulation issues
• Follow cGMP and data integrity standards
• Assist in deviation investigations and CAPA documentation
• Ensure proper documentation aligned with FDA 503B requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Our Most Successful R&D Interns:

• Are detail-oriented with strong verbal and written communications skills
• Motivates others, shares knowledge, builds high performing team, shows respect towards others, gives constructive feedback
• Display eagerness to learn and continuously improve, adapt quickly to change, and apply sound judgment
• Foster team environment, invest in team members and peers by inclusion and listening, recognize employees effectively, demonstrate trust

Minimum Requirements for this Role:

• High school diploma or GED from recognized institution or organization required
• Must be actively pursuing a bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences; Chemistry; Chemical Engineering; Biomedial Engineering from an accredited institution with an anticipated graduation date within the next two years
• Familiary with lab equipment and documentation practices
• Must be in good standing with your accredited institution / university
• Microsoft Word and Excel skills
• 18+ years of age
• Able to successfully complete a drug and background check
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; Quva is not able to sponsor applicants for work visas

Any of the Following Will Give You an Edge:

• Basic understanding of: cGMP regulations; Sterile Technique (preferred); Analytical Methods (HPLC)

Benefits of Working at Quva:

• Set, full-time, consistent work schedule
• National, industry-leading high growth company with future career advancement opportunities

About Quva:

Quva is a national, industry-leading provider of compounded injectable medicines and software solutions that help power the business of hospital and health-system pharmacy. Quva Pharma produces and distributes injectable medicines required by health care providers and critical to patient care. Quva BrightStream partners with health-systems to analyze large amounts of data and through AI and machine learning, develops software solutions that turns the data into insights that are used to better run their pharmacy operation. Quva’s overall product and technology offerings help health-systems achieve greater value and deliver the highest-quality patient care.

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