The Lead Discovery and Optimization group is central to the assessment and selection of drug candidates and the advancement of research programs into clinical evaluation. Interns will work side-by-side with a research mentor in a highly embedded and collaborative mode with colleagues across the organization.
Requirements
- Work with tissue culture using aseptic techniques
- Safely operate robotic workflows and automation instruments according to standard operating procedures
- Utilize bioinformatic software to analyze high throughput data
- Reagent and stock preparation
- Troubleshoot assays, calibrate instruments, and perform quality control experiments on reagents
- Update electronic notebook daily for weekly review
- Keep detailed notes to ensure reproducibility and consistency of data
- Communicate consistently and effectively with manager
- Present data at department and/or cross-functional meetings
- Focus on time-sensitive objectives and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals
Benefits
- Paid hourly, less payroll deductions and all required tax withholdings