About this role
About Terrestrial Bio, Inc.
Terrestrial is transforming the delivery of next-generation therapies, starting with GLP-1.
Terrestrial's proprietary Tacterra™ microarray patch (MAP) and applicator platform consists of a patch resembling an adhesive bandage, which is applied with a preloaded applicator and removed after a few minutes. Once applied, each patch delivers bioactive tips into the skin, which dissolve quickly into the body, rapidly releasing their therapeutic payload. Designed for self-administration, the temperature-stable Tacterra™ platform enables precise, controlled delivery of a wide range of therapeutics without medical sharps or refrigeration.
Terrestrial has generated strong clinical and in-vivo proof of concept across multiple molecules. For more information, visit www.terrestrialbio.com.
Why this role
This is a hands-on role working with a novel drug delivery platform. You will work directly with the microarray patch technology itself, not adjacent to it. You'll join a small, senior team of interdisciplinary scientists who invest in developing the people around them, where each member is cross-trained on various concepts, benchtop skills, and analytical techniques, so you'll get exposure well beyond a typical entry-level role.
What you'll do
Help design and run studies that identify new candidates for the platform, expanding what it can do across the pipeline
Contribute to development of formulations that make room-temperature storage and distribution of the patches possible
Run analytical characterization of patches, including dissolution, stability, functional performance, and help build or improve the assays behind it
Document, analyze, and communicate your results, including through presentations and written reports
Work closely with analytical, manufacturing, and preclinical colleagues, and get exposure to early partner collaborations
Who you are
Internship - 2+ years of related experience required
BS or MS in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field preferred
Hands-on formulation development experience with protein/peptide drugs
Experience with biologic characterization techniques (HPLC, SEC, DLS, ELISA, or other plate-based assays)
Polymer drug delivery experience is a plus
Sharp attention to detail and strong written/verbal communication
A track record of picking up new skills quickly, solving hard technical problems, and working well across teams
An entrepreneurial drive to make an impact on public health
Compensation: The anticipated base salary range for this position is $62,000 - $71,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors including experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
Onsite expectations: The majority of our roles at Terrestrial are either onsite or hybrid, which allows us to meet both business and team needs. Candidates applying must be willing to be onsite 4-5 days per week.
Location: Woburn, MA until relocation to a new, custom facility in Allston MA planned for Q4 of 2026.
At Terrestrial, we’re bringing together exceptional talent to drive our product development forward. We value collaboration, curiosity, and a dynamic work environment. We aim to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or veteran status.