Vial is a hyper-scalable biotech company advancing programs into the clinic by leveraging dramatically cheaper trials and computationally designed therapeutics.
Our mission is to reimagine drug development in order to cure all human diseases. We have assembled a talented team of clinical operators, chemists, and innovative thinkers to achieve this vision.
Vial is based in San Francisco, California, and was founded by Simon Burns in October 2020. Since our founding, we have grown rapidly to a team of 100+ employees with over $100 million in funding from leading investors including General Catalyst, Box Group, and Byers Capital.
Vial is rebuilding the infrastructure to advance research. By deploying technology at every step, we are creating a more efficient future for drug discovery.
What You’ll Do
As a Product Design Intern, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside a team of designers, researchers, and product managers to help shape the future of drug development. You’ll contribute to projects that span the entire product lifecycle, from initial concept to final execution. This role is perfect for a self-motivated and curious individual who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Ability to work Full Time from Monday January 6th,2025 to Friday May 2nd, 2025 (16 week term)
- Assist in designing intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces that enhance the user experience of Vial’s products.
- Work closely with the product design team, UXR, product management, and engineers to define and implement innovative solutions for product direction, visuals, and experience.
- Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups to communicate design ideas and iterate based on feedback.
- Support the team in maintaining and evolving Vial’s design system, ensuring consistency across all products.
- Sit-in on user research and usability testing sessions, gathering insights to inform design decisions and improve the overall user experience
What You’ll Bring
- A strong portfolio showcasing your design work, with a focus on UI/UX design.
- Proficiency in using Figma to create designs and prototypes.
- Excellent visual design skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Ability to create interactive prototypes and mockups to aid in UXR studies.
- A solid understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present your work and explain design decisions clearly.
Why You’ll Love Working at Vial
Innate curiosity.
At our core, we embody an insatiable curiosity. Our journey into the realm of clinical trials was ignited by a firsthand understanding of the challenges involved. This innate curiosity drives us to constantly innovate, seek fresh ideas, and bring our vision of reimagining clinical trials to life.
Fostering autonomy.
Autonomy is our guiding principle. We firmly believe that when team members are entrusted with autonomy, they unleash their true potential. Our culture fosters an environment where each individual takes ownership of their domain, empowering them to make a profound impact.
The pursuit of mastery.
We are dedicated to cultivating mastery. We understand the value of honing expertise in a craft. The pursuit of mastery, coupled with a deep sense of pride in one's workmanship, fuels our unwavering commitment to tackle intricate challenges. At Vial, we foster a culture of highly autonomous professionals, each an expert in their field, collaborating on an immensely demanding endeavor together.
Move fast, stay humble.
Our strength lies in agility and humility. We firmly believe that intellectual honesty and a nimble mindset are the pillars of success. By staying adaptable and open-minded to all solutions, we tackle obstacles head-on, remaining humble in the face of adversity. This enables us to surmount the hurdles that confront us at every twist and turn.
Benefits
- Compensation: $25 per hour - 30-40 hours a week
- 10 Days of PTO
- Remote-First, Flexible Work Schedule
- Observed US Holidays (and Canadian holidays when applicable)
- Company provided laptop