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BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. · 1 month ago

Intern, Skeletal Cell Biology Research

San Rafael, CA

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$24/hr - $27/hr

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. is a global biotechnology company focused on translating genetic discoveries into new medicines. The internship offers students the chance to gain valuable experience in the pharmaceutical industry while contributing to research projects aimed at developing therapies for rare genetic conditions.

BiotechnologyDeveloper PlatformPharmaceutical

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop reporter cell lines to monitor gene regulation in response to treatments that alter signaling pathways

Incorporate clinically relevant genetic variants into these models to study their impact on RNA processing and stability, including evaluation of cellular RNA quality-control mechanisms

Qualification

Mammalian cell cultureRNA biologyQPCRDdPCRWestern blotELISAData analysis softwareAseptic techniquesRecord-keepingCollaborative attitude

Required

Hands-on experience working in a mammalian cell culture lab, including aseptic techniques

Basic understanding of RNA biology

Ability to follow protocols and standard operating procedures with precision

Strong organizational skills and commitment to accurate record-keeping

A proactive, collaborative attitude with a willingness to learn new scientific techniques

Undergraduate student in their 3rd or 4th year pursuing a degree in a scientific discipline

Must be returning to school in the Fall Term OR has graduated within the 1 year of the start of the program

Must be available to work full time, 40 hours a week

Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. based university or college and enrolled in the fall term after the completion of the internship OR have graduated within 1 year of the start of the program

Must be able to relocate if necessary and work at the designated site for the duration of the internship for on-site, hybrid roles