Cellular Process Development Intern

ElevateBio • Waltham, MA

1d • $25 - $25

About The Position

ElevateBio BaseCamp is looking for a detail-oriented intern to join the Cellular Process Development group. This role involves hands-on experience in supporting the development and scale-up of a cellular bioprocessing workflow. The development also includes the evaluation of innovative cellular selection technology. The intern will work alongside experienced scientists supporting the execution and analysis of a novel research and development project. Here's what you'll do :

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s in biology, biomedical engineering, or a related scientific discipline
• Completed coursework in cell biology, biochemistry, or bioengineering
• General knowledge of cell culture and cell cryopreservation principles
• Experience working in a laboratory following proper aseptic technique
• General understanding of cell culture technologies, closed system processing, blood and cell processing technologies and analytics
• Independently motivated, detail oriented, and excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a faced-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Flow cytometry experience is desirable

Responsibilities

• Work in the laboratory and be responsible for the experimental execution and data analysis for research studies supporting cutting edge bioprocessing technology
• Conduct experiments involving primary cell isolation, activation, expansion, and cryopreservation
• Employ viral based strategies to express transgenic receptors in gene edited cells
• Expand and maintain gene modified human cells in various bioreactor systems
• Perform standard cell culture and immunological assays including cell counting and flow cytometry
• Support laboratory operations including laboratory maintenance, material ordering, technical document generation, and cell inventory management
• Maintain a laboratory notebook
• Prepare and summarize data for internal team review
• Present a scientific poster during an internal symposium summarizing the findings from the research project

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern