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Form of workIonis Pharmaceuticals, Inc., is headquartered in Carlsbad, California, with offices in Boston, Massachusetts, and Dublin, Ireland. For more than 30 years, Ionis has been the leader in RNA-targeted therapy, pioneering new markets and changing standards of care with our novel antisense technology. Ionis currently has three marketed medicines and a premier late-stage pipeline highlighted by industry-leading cardiovascular and neurological franchises. Our scientific innovation began and continues with the knowledge that sick people depend on us, which fuels our vision to become the undisputed leader in genetic medicine, utilizing a multi-platform approach to discover, develop and deliver life-transforming therapies.
As the first company to fully harness the power of RNA technology for human therapeutics, Ionis' platform continues to revolutionize Drug Discovery and transform lives for patients with unmet needs. We are building upon our innovative research and drug development excellence to provide greater value to patients, and we are well positioned financially to deliver on our strategic goals.
Ionis is a challenging, motivating and rewarding environment designed to foster innovation and scientific excellence. Our success is a direct result of our outstanding employees. We are interested in bringing together a diverse group of individuals with different skill sets and perspectives into this creative environment to be part of a productive and inclusive team. Join us and experience our unique culture while you develop and expand your career.
Neuromuscular Drug Discovery
Summary:
We are actively seeking a Summer Intern for 2024 to join our Neuromuscular Drug Discovery department. The internship will involve working on a project focused on assessing the biodistribution, pharmacokinetics, and excretion of antisense oligonucleotides (ASOs) with different chemical modifications across various tissues, including skeletal muscle, liver, and kidney. Interns will have the opportunity to learn about the ASO technology, RNA isolation, and RT-PCR techniques. The learning experience extends to hands-on training in diverse methodologies such as animal handling, application of metabolic cages, subcutaneous drug dosing, tissue dissection, and hybridization-based ELISA. Throughout the project, interns will acquire a foundational understanding of skeletal muscle biology and related diseases, in addition to gaining insights into ASO technology applications. Regular and direct interaction with our neuroscience and pharmacokinetics teams will provide a unique chance for interns to develop teamwork skills and engage in thought-provoking discussions that stimulate critical thinking.
Program Highlights:
- The program is designed to complement a student's undergraduate and/or graduate studies with relevant, hands-on industry experience. For more specific details, please reference the requirements section of each intern posting
- Ionis offers paid positions
- Hands-on laboratory (bench work and vivarium) research experience
- Professional Networking
- Fun Group Outings (if social gatherings are allowed)
- End of program project presentations
- Activities and team building events (if social gatherings are allowed)
- Housing is NOT provided for this position
Requirements:
- MUST have a High School Diploma or GED
- MUST be currently enrolled in a U.S. Undergraduate Degree Program and not graduating prior to the completion of the Ionis internship
- MUST be able to begin internship between 6/11/24 and 6/17/24
- MUST be able and willing to commit to a minimum 40-hour work week
- MUST be able and willing to remain in program through at least 8/16/24
- MUST be able to demonstrate solid knowledge and understanding of scientific methodology
- Students with degree in Biological Science with a Focus in Neuroscience/Neurobiology Preferred
- Project will require to be onsite in Carlsbad, CA
- Housing is NOT provided for this position
Please visit our website, http://www.ionispharma.com for more information about Ionis and to apply for this position; reference requisition # IONIS00####
The pay scale for this position is $18 to $23 per hour.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. PRINCIPALS ONLY. APPLICATION DEADLINE IS April 22, 2024. PLEASE INCLUDE A COVER LETTER RELEVANT TO THE POSITION APPLYING FOR. THE EVALUATION PROCESS MAY COMMENCE PRIOR TO THIS DEADLINE.
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