Summer Intern - Analytical Development(Protein Assay Development)

Forge Biologics • Columbus, OH

41d • Onsite

About The Position

Forge Biologics is seeking an Analytical Development Intern to join our 2024 Ignite Internship Program. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with the in-house analytical assay development team to support cGMP readiness to test products at end of production. You will gain hands-on experience in molecular biology and biochemical techniques, including but not limited to: DNA extraction from cells and AAV Vectors, PCR, qPCR and droplet digital PCR (ddPCR), SDS-PAGE, Capillary electrophoresis (CE), plasmids restriction digestion, and ELISA.

Requirements

• You are a current junior currently enrolled in a full-time bachelor's degree program from an accredited college or university with a 3.0 minimum GPA or equivalent
• You are studying Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or related field
• You are a self-starter, collaborative, detail-oriented and inquisitive
• You have enthusiasm to learn, and previous laboratory or research experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• You will assist with product characterization-related assays in support of AAV release and characterization, method development/optimization, methods transfer, and analytical support for gene therapy product process development and manufacturing
• You will compile experimental data, generate reports, and archive assay data
• You will apply relevant scientific principles and techniques to analytical development problems
• You will maintain detailed, up to date, and reviewed laboratory notebooks to ensure the integrity of data

Benefits

• You’ll work on meaningful and relevant projects while gaining experience in the biotech industry
• You will develop professionally through bi-weekly intern programming including networking with Forge leaders, career management workshops, and exclusive intern community events
• You will be mentored by Forge department leaders and supported through a network of Forge employees
• Forge Biologic’s Ignite Internship Program is designed to provide meaningful experiences in a professional environment while giving our interns the experience to network with Senior Leadership and peers through a variety of activities and events. During the Summer Internship Program, you will work on real business issues/projects and learn from industry leaders. Our interns will work onsite at our office in Grove City, OH (just 15 minutes from downtown Columbus, Ohio).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees