Sarepta Therapeutics · 18 hours ago
High Throughput Process Automation Intern
Columbus, OH
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$21/hr - $26/hrSarepta Therapeutics is a leader in genetic medicine, particularly in Duchenne muscular dystrophy, and is expanding its portfolio across various disease areas. The High Throughput Process Automation Intern will contribute to advancing high throughput workflows in the Early Research & Process Development organization, gaining hands-on experience with automation technologies and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
BiotechnologyGeneticsHealth CareTherapeutics
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop, test, and optimize workflows for the Autopulse automated tangential flow filtration instrument, enabling efficient buffer exchange and concentration of multiple therapeutic modalities (Fab, Mab, proteins, and oligo conjugates)
Perform experimental design, execution, and data analysis to establish high-quality TFF workflows following ERPD pipeline updates
Support downstream process development efforts using Tecan Fluent systems in both RoboColumn and batch filter plate formats to generate critical purification data for upstream and downstream development teams
Set up, execute, and troubleshoot high throughput purification experiments to accelerate development timelines across ERPD
Collaborate closely with upstream, downstream, and analytical development groups, gaining exposure to multiple scientific disciplines and technologies
Document experimental execution and results to enhance team knowledge sharing and process reliability
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve workflow efficiency, automation robustness, and interteam collaboration
Qualification
Required
Current undergraduate or graduate student in Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or related scientific discipline
Strong interest in laboratory research, bioprocess development, or automation enabled experimentation
Comfort working with complex instrumentation and a willingness to learn new automated systems and workflows
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills
Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment and communicate effectively with peers and mentors
Demonstrated curiosity, attention to detail, and motivation to improve laboratory processes
Preferred
Prior hands on experience with laboratory automation, liquid handlers (e.g., Tecan), or filtration systems is a plus
Experience working with proteins, antibodies, or viral vectors in an academic or industry setting
Familiarity with chromatography, filtration, or other downstream purification techniques
Benefits
Competitive compensation and benefit package
Company
Sarepta Therapeutics
Sarepta Therapeutics focuses on the discovery and development of precision genetic medicine to treat rare diseases.
Founded in 1980
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.88BKey Investors
Michael Andrew ChambersPharmakon AdvisorsMidCap Financial
2025-12-11Post Ipo Debt· $291.4M
2025-08-21Post Ipo Equity
2025-08-21Post Ipo Debt· $602M
Leadership Team
Ian Estepan
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
K
Kathy Behrens Wilsey
Director
Recent News
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