Spring 2027 - Life Sciences Intern

Noblis • Reston, VA

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About The Position

Noblis is seeking a technical intern to support sponsored research projects in biomanufacturing and synthetic biology. The role is intended for a student with relevant coursework and laboratory experience in areas such as protein expression, cell culturing, and bioanalytical testing. The intern will work with a small team of Noblis scientists in a BSL2 laboratory for approximately 10–15 hours per week. The ideal candidate is motivated, dependable, detail-oriented, positive, and interested in applied research.

Requirements

• GPA of 3.3 or higher.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, bioinformatics, or a similar domain.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• High ethical and scientific standards.
• Coursework and laboratory experience related to protein expression, cell culturing, and bioanalytical testing.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with BSL-2 safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform protein expression, cell co-culture, and bioanalytical tests in Noblis’s BSL2 laboratory.
• Collaborate with the laboratory team to design experiments that test protein models.
• Meet regularly with the team to outline, monitor, and close a project.
• Present results to Noblis scientists for discussion and analysis.
• Prepare a final report and presentation.
• Stay abreast of scientific literature related to project topics.
• Work autonomously and as part of a team with a positive, collegial attitude.

Benefits

• Health, life, and disability benefits
• Financial and retirement benefits
• Paid leave
• Professional development
• Tuition assistance
• Work-life programs
• Awards recognizing exceptional performance and demonstration of service standards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed