Summer 2025 - Protein Expression Internship
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: San Diego
Posted on: October 19, 2024
Job Description:
Working with UsChallenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those
aren't words that are usually associated with a job. But working at
Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely
interesting work happens every day, in every department. From
optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell
therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and
the careers of those who do it. You'll get the chance to grow and
thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside
high-achieving teams rich in diversity. Take your career farther
than you thought possible.Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the
importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We
offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs
that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their
goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more:
.Position SummaryThe Discovery Biotherapeutics group in San Diego,
California is dedicated to the discovery and development of
innovative biologics. Our primary mission is to design and
implement advanced biological tools and processes that drive the
forefront of therapeutic innovation. By leveraging cutting-edge
technologies and expertise, we aim to pioneer new approaches that
enable the creation of novel biologics, ultimately advancing the
field of biotherapeutics and improving patient outcomes.We are
seeking a highly motivated student with at least 2 years of study
towards a bachelor's degree from accredited colleges and university
to participate in a 10-week summer internship on antibody drug
discovery. This position focuses on optimizing and characterizing
recombinant antibody expression in mammalian cells, using a
systematic Design of Experiments (DOE) approach to improve protein
yields, purity, and post-translational modifications while
equipping the intern with hands-on experience in cell culture,
molecular cloning, protein purification, and analytical
techniques.Key Responsibilities
- Conduct a literature review and design experiments using a DOE
approach.
- Perform molecular cloning, transfection, and optimize antibody
expression conditions.
- Purify and characterize recombinant antibodies, assessing
purity and modifications.
- Collaborate closely with the mentor and team to achieve project
objectives.
- Participate and contribute during scientific discussions.
- Analyze data and present project findings at the conclusion of
the program.Qualifications & Experience
- Experience and fundamental understanding of recombinant
technologies, protein purification, and protein characterization
recommended.
- Candidate must be in enrolled in a bachelor's degree program
majoring in Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering,
Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related discipline.
- Must have completed a minimum of 2 years of study towards a
bachelor's degree by June 2025
- Candidate should have basic laboratory skills (via lab course,
academic lab, or industry lab)
- Candidate should have strong communication and presentation
skills (written and verbal), and the ability to work in a
collaborative environment.
- Candidate must be eligible for employment in the United States,
and available to work for 10 consecutive weeks, from June 2nd,
2025, to August 8th, 2025.
- This is a lab-based, onsite role, located at our San Diego, CA
site.The starting compensation for this job is a range from
$21.00/hour - $29.00/hour. The starting pay rate takes into account
characteristics of the job, such as required skills and the
geographic location where work is performed. Final individual
compensation is decided commensurate with demonstrated experience
and education level.If you come across a role that intrigues you
but doesn't perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to
apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will
transform your life and career. Uniquely Interesting Work,
Life-changing CareersWith a single vision as inspiring as
Transforming patients' lives through science--- , every BMS
employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond
ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents
and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting
diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion,
innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring
out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.On-site
Protocol BMS has a diverse occupancy structure that determines
where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure
includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and
remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is
determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:
Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned
facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work
model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these
roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and
is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a
positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design
roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients
or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as
directed is an essential job function. BMS is dedicated to ensuring
that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent
recruitment process, reasonable workplace
accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles.
Applicants can request a reasonable workplace
accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you
require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this
application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your
inquiries to . Visit to access our complete Equal Employment
Opportunity statement. BMS cares about your well-being and the
well-being of our staff, customers, patients, and communities. As a
result, the Company strongly recommends that all employees be fully
vaccinated for Covid-19 and keep up to date with Covid-19 boosters.
BMS will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest
and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.If
you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for
this position, please visit this page for important additional
information: Any data processed in connection with role
applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data
privacy policies and regulations.
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