Molecular Biology Summer Intern
About The Position
BioMérieux is a global leader in developing, manufacturing, marketing, and supporting FDA-cleared molecular diagnostics for infectious disease. These internships offer motivated college or high school students (must be at least 18 years of age) an opportunity to contribute to an early-stage research or product development project and to be immersed in a highly productive and collaborative biotechnology environment. Under the close supervision of a mentorship team, interns may participate in various activities including general laboratory duties, wet lab molecular biology work, assisting in planning and setup for research studies, participating in data analysis and presentation, co-developing and testing new research productivity tools, and maintaining accurate records in accordance with the BioMérieux Quality Management System. Internships are available in two R&D groups: Panel development and assay design, and research focused on investigation and sustainability. Full- and part-time positions will be considered.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Currently enrolled in a university-degreed program
- Strong interest in biotechnology, biology, microbiology, and/or diagnostics
- Comfort with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software
- Willingness to learn from others
- Ability to respond positively to constructive feedback
- Dependability in maintaining a regular work schedule
- Detail-oriented approach to work
- Positive attitude in the workplace
- Proactive communication style
- Diligence in executing and documenting assigned work
Nice To Haves
- Currently enrolled undergraduate students pursuing a biotechnology-related bachelor’s degree are preferred
- Previous work experience in a laboratory setting or coursework with a laboratory component is desirable
Responsibilities
- Perform general laboratory duties
- Perform wet lab molecular biology work
- Assist in planning and setup activities for research studies
- Participate in data analysis and presentation
- Co-develop and test new research productivity tools
- Maintain accurate records of work performed, in accordance with BioMérieux Quality Management System
- Listen actively while receiving instruction, in order to quickly master assigned duties
- Be present and engaged during scheduled work hours
- Ask questions when any aspect of assigned work is unclear
- Be curious and persistent when solving problems
- Behave professionally while representing BioMérieux
- Participate in research team meetings
- Perform assigned duties with a conscientious and detail-oriented approach
- Prepare preliminary analyses of experimental data for review with mentor
- Assist mentor in preparing presentations of data and conclusions
- Perform and document all work in compliance with BioMérieux Quality Management System
Benefits
- A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options
- Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match
- Adoption Assistance
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Commuter Benefits
- Various voluntary benefit offerings
- Discount programs
- Parental leaves
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
