Intern, Assay Strategy & Development- Bioanalytical Sciences

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. is a global biotechnology company focused on translating genetic discoveries into new medicines. The Summer Internship Program provides students with hands-on experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry, specifically within the Bioanalytical Sciences department, where interns will work on meaningful projects related to drug development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct bench experiments under the guidance of a Scientist mentor
• Apply techniques such as immunoassays, PCR/qPCR, flow cytometry, protein analysis, and/or mass spectrometry
• Maintain detailed records of experimental design, procedures, and results in electronic laboratory notebooks
• Participate in group discussions and present project updates, including a project summary to the broader department at the end of summer
• Contribute to maintaining a safe, collaborative, and inspection-ready laboratory environment

Skills

• Current undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in neuroscience, immunology, molecular & cell biology, biochemistry, or related field
• Must be available to work full time, 40 hours a week
• Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. based university or college and enrolled in the fall term after the completion of the internship OR have graduated within 1 year of the start of the program
• Must be able to relocate if necessary and work at the designated site for the duration of the internship for on-site, hybrid roles
• Demonstrated interest in a laboratory-based career
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Prior coursework or experience with basic molecular biology or protein biochemistry techniques (e.g., PCR, ELISA, Western blotting, cell culture) preferred

Benefits

• Paid hourly wage, paid company holidays, and sick time
• Apply skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to on-the-job experiences
• Comprehensive, value-added project(s)
• Develop skills specific to your major.
• Opportunities for professional development by building relationships and learning about other parts of the business.
• Participate in company all hands meetings, monthly community lunches
• Corporate office amenities such as: 24/7 on-site gym, coffee truck, snacks
• Access to Employee Resource Groups

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