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Research Intern (Cell & Protein Preservation) - Onsite

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Sartorius

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Science
    Research & Development
  • Marlborough

AI generated summary

  • You should have a B.S. or M.S. in a relevant field, hands-on biomaterials experience, protein characterization skills, experiment design abilities, and a collaborative, curious mindset.
  • You will develop and test protein stabilization platforms, characterize formulations under stress, assess performance with analytical techniques, and collaborate to scale up for biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

Requirements

  • Pursuing or recently completed a B.S. or M.S. in Biomaterials Science, Chemistry, Bioengineering, Biophysics, or a related field.
  • Hands-on experience with biomaterials or hydrogel systems in an academic or industry setting.
  • Experience with protein characterization techniques (e.g., spectroscopy, light scattering).
  • Familiarity with protein stabilization & aggregation mechanisms from lab experience in biomaterials, formulation science, or pharmaceutical research.
  • Ability to systematically design experiments, collect data, and present findings in technical reports.
  • Collaborative mindset – ability to work with interdisciplinary teams (scientists & engineers).
  • Curiosity and problem-solving ability – excited about innovative approaches to biomaterials and protein science.
  • Identification with our core values: Sustainability, Openness, Enjoyment

Responsibilities

  • Development & testing of biomaterial-based protein stabilization platforms.
  • Characterize platform formulations under different environmental and mechanical stress conditions.
  • Assess formulation performance using various analytical techniques to verify efficacy and consistency.
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to scale up these lab-scale formulations for potential application in large-scale biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

FAQs

Is this position an onsite or remote internship?

This is an onsite internship located in Marlborough, MA.

What academic background is required for this internship?

Candidates should be pursuing or have recently completed a B.S. or M.S. in Biomaterials Science, Chemistry, Bioengineering, Biophysics, or a related field.

What type of experience is preferred for applicants?

Hands-on experience with biomaterials or hydrogel systems in an academic or industry setting is preferred.

Will I have the opportunity to work with an interdisciplinary team?

Yes, you will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers.

Are there any specific techniques that I should be familiar with for this position?

Familiarity with protein characterization techniques, such as spectroscopy and light scattering, is important.

What core values should I identify with in order to be a good fit for the company?

The core values to identify with are Sustainability, Openness, and Enjoyment.

What types of personal and professional development opportunities does Sartorius offer?

Sartorius offers mentoring, leadership programs, and internal seminar offerings for personal and professional development.

Will there be any training provided to new interns?

Yes, there will be comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform for new interns.

What can I expect in terms of workplace culture?

You can expect a welcoming culture characterized by mutual support, team spirit, and international collaboration.

Is the internship focused on a specific area of research?

Yes, the internship focuses on developing and testing innovative strategies for the cryopreservation of therapeutic proteins.

Does Sartorius promote equal employment opportunities?

Yes, Sartorius is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

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Mission & Purpose

As a fast growing global life science company and a dynamic industry leader, Sartorius is the go-to place for ambitious people who want to move things forward: We offer you the chance to grow with us and to become part of the solution in the fight against diseases that are yet incurable or untreatable. Our ambition is to simplify medical progress from the first idea of a new medication to its production. We support our customers with innovative technologies that make the development and manufacture of new therapeutics faster and more efficient. So that more people have access to better medicine. More than 15,000 employees at over 60 production and sales locations worldwide are committed to this vision. And we are looking for more people who share this ambition and want to make a contribution.