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Form of workLooking to join a passionate team dedicated to developing and manufacturing life-saving biopharmaceuticals? Avid Bioservices is a leading clinical and commercial biologics CDMO focused on creating innovative solutions to meet the needs of our clients and improve patient outcomes.
Your Role:
Are you excited to explore the world of Viral Vector production? We're searching for an enthusiastic Associate Upstream Engineer, Viral Vector Intern to join us at Avid Bioservices. Here, you'll dive into the fascinating task of producing Viral Vectors and investigate the impact of various growth media, transfection reagents, and other parameters. Imagine yourself as an explorer, learning to transition cells from adhering to the bottom of a dish to floating freely in liquid. This is not just a sideline observation; you'll be actively involved, mastering the art of maintaining a germ-free environment with aseptic techniques.
This adventure kicks off with a 10-week paid internship in sunny Costa Mesa, CA. As an intern here, you're a big part of our team from day one. You'll work on real projects, immerse yourself in our culture, and play a role in keeping our team spirit high. With a 40-hour week, you'll get loads of experience, make connections in the industry, and maybe even start a few fun stories of your own.
If you're ready to jump into the exciting field of Viral Vector production and up for a challenge that will boost your skills quickly, we've got a spot just for you. Come and join this incredible internship at Avid Bioservices, where we turn curiosity into groundbreaking work.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Strong laboratory skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Availability to work full-time for the duration of the internship at our Costa Mesa, CA facility.
- Authorization to work in the country where the internship is located.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Cell & Molecular Biology, Biomedical engineering, biotechnology, or a related field
- Basic understanding of biologics production processes
- Passionate about a career in the biotech industry and looking to gain valuable experience through this internship.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This role is a full-time position operating Monday through Friday, 5x8 (5 days x 8 hours) schedule.
What to Expect as an Avid Bio Intern:
- Summer Project: Personalized project plan, complete with a pre-determined roadmap and week by week milestones that the intern will need to meet, ensuring clear expectations and measurable outcomes.
- Mentorship: Your manager and team will provide training, mentorship, and development opportunities.
- Weekly Check-ins and 1:1s: Conduct both on a weekly basis to ensure clear communication and support for our interns.
- Performance Assessments: Conduct mid and end of summer performance assessments to be provided with constructive criticism and feed forward to help you grow and succeed.
- State of the Art Facility: You’ll be working amongst the brightest minds in our world class facilities
- Internship Experiences: Intern Open House, Summer Leadership Series, Lunch & Learns, Intern Night Out, Site Tours of Mammalian and Viral Vectors Facilities, End of Summer Presentation
Compensation:
The compensation for this role is $25.00 per hour.
Who you are:
- You have a "bring it on!" team player approach and an unshakable positive attitude, always ready to tackle anything that comes your way.
- Your written and verbal skills are out of this world, and you communicate with clarity and confidence.
- You have exceptional multitasking skills and an unparalleled attention to detail that ensure the smooth running of everything.
- You are a master at building relationships, capable of establishing connections with anyone, be it team members, clients, vendors, or suppliers.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
In this dynamic role, expect a blend of regular activities like sitting, standing, and walking, with occasional physically engaging tasks such as lifting objects up to 20 pounds. The work environment might expose you to electrical shocks, toxic chemicals, vibrations, or loud noise levels occasionally. However, reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with different abilities to perform effectively, ensuring a supportive and adaptable work setting. Your visual acuity, including close, distance, and color vision, will be essential in navigating through the diverse day-to-day demands of this position.
