Molecular and Cell Biology TRAINEE

Mission

We are looking for a talented student to join the Molecular and Cell Biology team within Almirall Research Department for a one-year internship. During this time, the intern will focus on the evaluation and development of cellular models and cellular assays aiming to characterize potential therapeutics for autoimmune and inflammatory skin diseases. The objective of the internship will be the assessment of new therapeutic target or the development of novel modalities for Drug Discovery. Thereby, the student will not only gain profound knowledge in cellular assay development, but also about get familiarized with drug discovery in a pharmaceutical company and learn about what are the requirements to move a potential therapy approach forward.  

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate and probe emerging methods for immune cells isolation, culture, differentiation and activation.

• Provide support in the design and execution of different in vitro assays to study the expression of targets of interest or the modulation of signaling pathways by different pharmacological agents or RNA interference in cell models or 3D skin models.

• Analyze, interpret, and present the obtained data efficiently.

• Collaborate and interact fluidly with other members of the department to share information and results that allow the evolution of the project.

• Support operational laboratory activities such as the organization of reagents, coordination of equipment or other organizational tasks to help the team in their day-to-day work.

Requirements

• Start date for internship: February 2026 to May 2026

• Minimally 6 daily working hours on Almirall R&D site.

• Length of internship: 11 or 12 months

• Registration in a Spanish university or academic institution required.

   

   

Education

• Completed bachelor or master studies in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology or similar. The one-year internship can also be performed during a master program or as practical work to prepare a master thesis. 

   

Skills

• Highly motivated and driven to learn about immunological science and cell assays.

• Basic knowledge about molecular biology, cell culture and/or immunology.

• Experimental background in cell culture and cellular assays (cell seeding, cell treatment) would be desirable.

• Theoretical and experimental background in basic molecular and cellular biology techniques (immunoblotting, qPCR, ELISA, Flow Cytometry) would be desirable.

   

• Experience in primary cell culture and immune cell isolation would be a plus.

• Strong team player with ability to communicate effectively.

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  Good organization skills.

• Advanced level in English required.

Why work with Almirall?

We are a people-centric company where employees are at their best, patients and customer are at the heart of every decision, and our focus and agility allow us to deliver greater impact for all.

Additionally, for the 17th year in a row, we have been certified as Top Employer Spain, and also Top Employer Germany for the first time.

This strengthens our commitment to create a unique work environment that helps our employees to develop their skills to fullest and grow both professionally and as individuals.

We are delighted to have a great team that is proactive, innovative, and eager to transform the world of people with skin conditions.

We are proud of each one of our employees, their development, and growth: they are the success of the company.

Our purpose

"Transform the patients' world by helping them realize their hopes & dreams for a healthy life".

Our values

• Care: we listen & empathize, we value diverse perspectives & backgrounds and we help each other succeed.

• Courage: we challenge the status quo, we take full ownership and we learn from our success & failures.

• Innovation: we put the patient and customer at the center, we create novel solutions and we empower entrepreneurial mindsets.

• Simplicity: we act decisively and avoid over-analysis, we understand why before we act and we are agile & keep things simple.

At Almirall, it’s all about people!

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