Translational Research

Kyowa Kirin is a global specialty pharmaceutical company backed by more than 70 years of breakthrough life science innovation, dedicated to discovering and advancing treatments for diseases in which unmet need is greatest. Based in Japan with worldwide operations, we work across the continuum from drug discovery to commercialization, guided by our commitment to patients and their families.

Our research teams, located in California and around the world, are focused on developing the next generation of antibody, cell, and gene therapies, with particular emphasis on bone and mineral disorders, hemato-oncology, and rare diseases. We accelerate development through collaborations with industry, academia, patients, and healthcare providers, and since 2018 we have introduced four new therapies serving patients with progressive illnesses often in need of new therapeutic alternatives.

Our culture is grounded in our values: Commitment to Life, Integrity, Innovation, and Teamwork/Wa, and brought to life through the Kabegoe Principles, which define the behaviors and actions that guide how we work together to deliver meaningful impact for patients.

We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and mindful of the countless individuals still waiting for their own breakthroughs. A commitment to making people smile unites our efforts. Learn more at www.kkna.kyowakirin.com

We are seeking talented, highly motivated university students for our Translational Research department to participate in omics analysis of clinical trial data. The goal is to understand the relationship between gene and protein expression, genomic variation, and response/resistance to therapeutic interventions, ultimately improving clinical response success rates.

This is a paid, temporary internship open to rising juniors or seniors within a commutable distance of Princeton, NJ. The role is hybrid, with 2–3 days on-site required. 

Key Responsibilities:

•    Download, prepare datasets, and analyze omics and genetic screening data.
•    Utilize bioinformatics web tools and participate in the development of genomics data analytics processes, including AI/ML-based predictive analytics.
•    Participate in meetings with vendors and manage data transfer, quality control, and data reconciliation activities with vendors and CROs.
•    Collaborate with colleagues in the US and Japan.

Requirements and Preferred Qualifications:

•    Rising junior or senior in college/university with a major in Molecular Biology, Proteomics, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, or related Biological Science degree.
•    Availability to work from May 25, 2027 to August 20, 2027
•    Minimum GPA of 3.0.
•    Must live within a commutable distance to Princeton, NJ and work a hybrid schedule •    Must be eligible to work in the United States on a permanent and ongoing basis without sponsorship.