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Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. · 1 day ago

AAV Production Biology and Process Development Intern

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$37/hr - $41/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is seeking Junior and Master's students for a 10-week internship role in their Genomic Medicine division. The intern will perform laboratory experiments related to AAV production, analyze data, and prepare reports while adhering to safety protocols.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalTherapeutics

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory experiments under the guidance of experienced scientists investigating the biology of AAV production to engineer improved production conditions

Perform experiments investigating novel plasmid designs for improved AAV plasmid quality

Analyze experimental data and contribute to interpretation of results

Prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings

Maintain accurate and detailed records of laboratory experiments and results

Adhere to safety protocols and contribute to a safe working environment

Qualification

Molecular biology techniquesMammalian cell cultureData analysisDNA cloningPlasmid purificationFlow cytometryPublic speakingPresentation designStatistical softwareGenome engineeringInnate immune systemCollaboration

Required

Junior and Master's students majoring in Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field

Candidates must have an expected graduation date after August 2026

Required laboratory skills include pipetting, mammalian cell culture, molecular biology techniques (PCR, gel electrophoresis), analyzing and interpreting experimental data

US Work Authorization is required at time of application

Ability to report onsite to the Cambridge, MA site 5 days per week. This role will not provide relocation assistance