Cell Biology Intern

SonoThera • South San Francisco, CA

7h • Onsite

About The Position

SonoThera is a venture capital-backed early-stage biopharmaceutical company developing ultra-sound-guided non-viral targeted gene therapies to treat multiple diseases of high unmet need. SonoThera uses a collaborative, interdisciplinary, and forward-thinking approach to solving many of the current challenges facing genetic medicine discovery and drug development. SonoThera is headquartered in South San Francisco, CA.
The Summer Internship Program provides hands-on experience designed to complement academic learning. Over the course of the program, interns will gain exposure to real-world projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and receive structured mentorship and feedback. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
The Cell Biology Intern will support the Gene Therapy team by contributing to key projects and initiatives. This role offers a unique opportunity to perform cell-based activity assays and to communicate experiment findings with the team. The internship will conclude with a presentation of the intern's findings and contributions. Throughout the internship, the intern will collaborate with team members, participate in team meetings, and assist with assigned deliverables while gaining insight into the broader organization.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate program
• Actively pursuing a science-related degree
• Strong communication skills
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office/ other tools

Responsibilities

• Perform cell-based activity assays for evaluating efficacy of gene therapy drug candidates in a variety of in vitro cell models including immortalized, iPCS-derived, and primary cells.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations to communicate experimental outcomes to internal teams and senior management.
• Prepare reagents, maintain laboratory organization, maintain accurate records, and ensure timely completion of routine tasks for high-priority experiments.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed