Cellular Process Development Intern

The Role: 

ElevateBio BaseCamp is looking for a detail-oriented intern to join the Cellular Process Development group. This role involves hands-on experience in supporting the development and scale-up of a cellular bioprocessing workflow. The development also includes the evaluation of innovative cellular selection technology. The intern will work alongside experienced scientists supporting the execution and analysis of a novel research and development project. 

Here's what you'll do: 

• Work in the laboratory and be responsible for the experimental execution and data analysis for research studies supporting cutting edge bioprocessing technology 


• Conduct experiments involving primary cell isolation, activation, expansion, and cryopreservation 


• Employ viral based strategies to express transgenic receptors in gene edited cells 


• Expand and maintain gene modified human cells in various bioreactor systems 


• Perform standard cell culture and immunological assays including cell counting and flow cytometry 


• Support laboratory operations including laboratory maintenance, material ordering, technical document generation, and cell inventory management 


• Maintain a laboratory notebook 


• Prepare and summarize data for internal team review 


• Present a scientific poster during an internal symposium summarizing the findings from the research project  

Requirements: 

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s in biology, biomedical engineering, or a related scientific discipline 


• Completed coursework in cell biology, biochemistry, or bioengineering 


• General knowledge of cell culture and cell cryopreservation principles 


• Experience working in a laboratory following proper aseptic technique 


• General understanding of cell culture technologies, closed system processing, blood and cell processing technologies and analytics 


• Flow cytometry experience is desirable 


• Independently motivated, detail oriented, and excellent oral and written communication skills 


• Excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills 


• Ability to work in a faced-paced environment 

The budgeted range for this position is $25.00 per hour. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected hourly range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law.