Intern - Neuroscience

NextCure Inc•Beltsville, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

NextCure is hiring a Summer intern based on-site in Beltsville, Maryland. NextCure is committed to professional development in the context of learning, managing, and developing its employees. We create a unique environment for our employees, providing exposure to various facets of our operations cultivating career growth and development. We are excited about the ongoing work at NextCure and invite you to come join us in the culture and build your career in an environment that nurtures professional growth and development. NextCure is seeking a dedicated Summer Intern to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will assist in the cultivation and maintenance of monoclonal antibody-producing cell lines, contributing to the development and production of therapeutic antibodies in our laboratory.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a PhD degree program in Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Biology or a related field.
Familiarity with aseptic technique and cell culture practices.
Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Good communication skills and the ability to follow instructions accurately.
Willingness to learn new techniques and adapt to changing project requirements.

Nice To Haves

Enrollment and/or experience at Johns Hopkins preferred.
Previous laboratory experience is highly desirable.
Automation/robotics experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Cultivate and maintain mammalian cell lines for monoclonal antibody production.
Perform aseptic cell culture techniques such as passaging, seeding, and harvesting cells.
Conduct routine cell culture assays to monitor cell viability, growth, and productivity.
Assist in the scale-up of cell culture processes from small-scale to large-scale production.
Prepare and sterilize laboratory equipment and materials for cell culture experiments.
Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot cell culture issues and implement process improvements.
Maintain accurate records of experimental procedures, results, and observations.