University Internships - Biology / Microbiology

Triton Systems•Chelmsford, MA

About The Position

Triton Systems, Inc combines 30+ years of experience with exciting growth and innovation opportunities within the product development and R&D space. We support Government and commercial markets by delivering advanced solutions across applications in defense, security, aerospace, energy, environmental sustainability, and human health. Where we see a larger opportunity, we create new companies to scale these solutions into businesses. Our teams thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where we tackle complex challenges, meet our customers' toughest requirements, and deliver high-impact results-on time, on budget and having fun while doing it. At Triton, we are always keeping our eyes and ears open for undergraduate and graduate talent with an interest in innovative research and development and a desire to create exciting new technologies. Triton's diverse set of programs will provide you with the opportunity to participate in real world projects and give you experience both technically and from a business skills stand-point. Your joining our team will also give us the opportunity to assess you for a long term future with us. The successful candidate should have strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to work independently as well as part of a team, and a willingness to learn new techniques and procedures.

Requirements

Major in a related field such as Biochemistry, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Immunology, Cell Biology, Biomedical Engineering etc.
Must be a current Undergraduate or Graduate student and have completed at least 2 years of college academic coursework
Must be in good academic standing and be passionate about Microbiology, Cell Biology, and Biochemistry
Completed lab coursework in Microbiology with hands-on techniques such as aseptic techniques, gram staining, and culture methods.
Have excellent communication skills and ability to work in teams
Highly motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment with a desire to learn and tackle new challenges
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S
Due to the nature of our business and information associated with this position, interested candidates must be US Citizens or Permanent Resident.

Nice To Haves

Additional experience in fluorescent microscopy and fluorescent flow cytometry is a plus.
Experience handling/culturing BSL-1 and BSL-2 bacteria, fungi, and viruses highly desirable.
Cell culturing experience is highly desirable

Responsibilities

The Intern will gain advanced, workforce technical skills
Work both as part of a team and independently to perform experiments, collect data, and creatively solve complex problems
Document project progress and communicate results to team members
Prepare and maintain bacterial and fungal strains for use in experiments
Execute validated protocols and/or microbiological studies
Work with the research team to identify potential improvements in experimental techniques and help implement changes as needed
May assist in the development of experimental protocols and standard operating procedures for microbial culturing, quantification, and other techniques
May perform product and materials testing for Sterility, Decontamination, and Inactivation studies.
Work with internal and external resources to maintain lab in an optimal state
Maintain mammalian cell culture
Assist in assay development
Maintain laboratory cleanliness and safety standards
Perform other duties, as required