BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. · 1 month ago
Intern, Assay Strategy & Development- Bioanalytical Sciences
San Rafael, CA
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$24/hr - $32/hrBioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. is a global biotechnology company focused on translating genetic discoveries into new medicines. The Summer Internship Program provides students with hands-on experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry, specifically within the Bioanalytical Sciences department, where interns will work on meaningful projects related to drug development.
BiotechnologyDeveloper PlatformPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Conduct bench experiments under the guidance of a Scientist mentor
Apply techniques such as immunoassays, PCR/qPCR, flow cytometry, protein analysis, and/or mass spectrometry
Maintain detailed records of experimental design, procedures, and results in electronic laboratory notebooks
Participate in group discussions and present project updates, including a project summary to the broader department at the end of summer
Contribute to maintaining a safe, collaborative, and inspection-ready laboratory environment
Qualification
Required
Current undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in neuroscience, immunology, molecular & cell biology, biochemistry, or related field
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
Demonstrated interest in a laboratory-based career
Strong communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Preferred
Prior coursework or experience with basic molecular biology or protein biochemistry techniques (e.g., PCR, ELISA, Western blotting, cell culture) preferred
Benefits
Paid hourly wage, paid company holidays, and sick time
Apply skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to on-the-job experiences
Comprehensive, value-added project(s)
Develop skills specific to your major.
Opportunities for professional development by building relationships and learning about other parts of the business.
Participate in company all hands meetings, monthly community lunches
Corporate office amenities such as: 24/7 on-site gym, coffee truck, snacks
Access to Employee Resource Groups
Company
BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.
Founded in 1997, BioMarin is a global biotechnology company dedicated to transforming lives through genetic discovery.
Founded in 1997
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$585.8M2020-05-11Post Ipo Debt· $585.8M
1999-07-26IPO
Leadership Team
Brian Mueller
Chief Financial Officer
Arpit Davé
Executive Vice President, Chief Digital and Information Officer
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