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Intern - Protein Discovery

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Grifols

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Durham

AI generated summary

  • You must be a rising junior/senior or grad student in Biology/Biomedical Sciences with lab skills, Microsoft Office proficiency, and strong communication. ELISA knowledge is a plus.
  • You will assist in optimizing ELISA methods, testing accuracy, analyzing data, creating summary tables and graphs, drafting reports, and presenting findings to other departments.

Requirements

  • Rising undergraduate junior or senior or graduate student with at least a 3.0 grade point average pursuing a degree in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or related scientific field
  • Proficiency in basic Microsoft Office software skills, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
  • Proficiency in laboratory skills including multi-channel pipetting, buffer and reagent preparation, balance use, pH meter use, volumetric glassware use, and laboratory safety awareness. Comfortable working with potentially infectious biological fluids.
  • Familiarity with ELISA methods and lab instrumentation, such as plate readers, and use of multi-well plates, such as 96-well plates, is a plus.
  • Excellent record keeping skills, notebook maintenance, and communication skills. Ability to perform literature searches.
  • Role is lab based and will require 5 days at the office in Research Triangle Park.

Responsibilities

  • The summer intern will assist in the development and optimization of an ELISA method(s) to measure a human plasma-derived protein to be used in pharmacokinetic studies in rodents.
  • The intern will learn about working and collaborating in biological labs within an industrial setting, where they will work on improving the ELISA method to make it more accurate and reliable.
  • They will test the methods to ensure it works well and make any necessary adjustments.
  • The intern will also collect and analyze data, create summary tables and graphs, and help draft a technical report.
  • At the end of the internship, they will present their findings to other departments.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the summer intern position in Protein Discovery?

The main focus of the summer intern position is to assist in the development and optimization of an ELISA method to measure a human plasma-derived protein for pharmacokinetic studies in rodents.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates must be rising undergraduate juniors or seniors or graduate students with at least a 3.0 GPA pursuing a degree in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or a related scientific field.

Are there any specific laboratory skills required for this internship?

Yes, proficiency in laboratory skills including multi-channel pipetting, buffer and reagent preparation, use of balances, pH meters, volumetric glassware, and awareness of laboratory safety is required.

Is familiarity with ELISA methods necessary?

Familiarity with ELISA methods and lab instrumentation, such as plate readers and multi-well plates (like 96-well plates), is a plus but not strictly necessary.

What software skills are needed for this position?

Proficiency in basic Microsoft Office software skills, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, is required for this position.

Where will the internship take place?

The internship will take place at Grifols' Research Triangle Park location in Durham, NC, requiring the intern to be on-site for 5 days a week.

What tasks will the intern be responsible for?

The intern will assist in improving the ELISA method, testing its accuracy, collecting and analyzing data, creating summary tables and graphs, drafting a technical report, and presenting findings to other departments at the end of the internship.

Is this internship paid?

The job description does not specify whether the internship is paid or unpaid; further inquiries can be made to the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department for clarification.

Are there any additional requirements for the position?

Excellent record-keeping skills, notebook maintenance, communication skills, and the ability to perform literature searches are also required for this role.

What is the age requirement for applicants?

There is no specific age requirement mentioned, but applicants must be current undergraduate juniors or seniors or graduate students.

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Grifols is a global healthcare company founded in Barcelona in 1909 committed to improving the health and well-being of people all over the world. A leader in essential plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine, we develop, produce and provide innovative healthcare services and solutions in more than 110 countries. Patient needs and our ever-growing knowledge of many chronic, rare and prevalent diseases, sometimes life-threatening, drive our innovation in plasma-based therapies and other biopharmaceuticals to enhance quality of life. Grifols is focused on treating conditions across a broad range of therapeutic areas: immunology, hepatology and intensive care, pulmonology, hematology, neurology and infectious diseases. With a workforce of over 24,000 employees in more than 30 countries and regions, we are committed to a sustainable business model that sets the standard for continuous innovation, quality, safety and ethical leadership in the industry. Our work has a positive social and economic impact in the countries where we operate, creating jobs and generating wealth. People are at the heart of what we do, and we strive to create an inclusive, diverse, fair and equal society. Maintaining and promoting a workforce that reflects this reality leads to enhanced professional relationships and helps us to give our best to patients, donors and customers. In 2022, Forbes has recognized Grifols as one of the “Best Employers for Women,” one of “America’s Best Large Employers” and one of the “75 Best Companies to Work for” in Spain. To maintain a positive community and overall respectful communication, please keep our community guidelines in mind. You will find a full version of our guidelines at https://www.grifols.com/en/grifols-social-media-community-guidelines