About Nūmi
Nūmi is a bioproduction platform harnessing human mammary cells to produce key ingredients with proven health benefits across all stages of life. It is the first European cultivated breast milk company aiming to produce human milk constituents to better match the ideal nutrition for babies. We are an early stage startup on the mission to revolutionise how we feed the next generation. If you want to join a fast growing, VC backed, biotech startup, Nūmi is the place for you!
What We Are Looking For
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Intern in genetic engineering to join our innovative team. This intern will play a key role in the development and characterisation of cell lines. You will gain hands‑on experience in a state‑of‑the‑art startup laboratory while contributing to our mission of improving infant and specialised nutrition.
Key Responsibilities
- Conducting cell culture experiments: learning and helping senior cell scientists on various cell culture experiments
- Using cell and molecular biology techniques: apply a range of experiments such as RT‑qPCR, immuno‑histochemistry, Western blot and flow cytometry
- Documentation and reporting: document experimental procedures, observations to ensure data integrity and traceability and prepare comprehensive reports that convey experimental findings, progress, and potential areas for improvement
- Supporting admin and operational tasks: assistance in lab management, lab duties and helping other team members, and especially supporting our lab manager Julie in day‑to‑day operations
Requirements
- Pursuing an Engineering degree in biological sciences, bioprocessing, chemical engineering, biotechnology, or a related field
- Previous experience in cell culture showcasing your ability to learn and adapt protocols effectively
- Currently enrolled in a school/university in which the internship is part of the curriculum (has access to "Convention de Stage")
- Hands‑on experience with laboratory techniques such as transfection, RT‑qPCR, flow cytometry and/or Western blot is advantageous
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret experimental data effectively
- Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while being proactive and self‑motivated
- Genuine interest and passion for Nūmi’s mission to revolutionise infant nutrition
Benefits
- Unique opportunity to be part of an early‑stage biotech company, shaping the future of infant nutrition
- Access to top‑quality facilities, research services and infrastructure
- Employee‑first mentality: prioritise the well‑being of our team members, both mentally and physically
Values
- Positivity : At Nūmi, we cultivate positivity every day. Our mission drives us to communicate with passion and energy, always keeping the bigger impact in sight.
- Excellence : Excellence starts with dedication and a commitment to constant improvement. We embrace challenges as opportunities to learn and push ourselves to deliver high‑quality results.
- Team-Work and Pedagogy : We believe that teamwork makes us stronger. We encourage knowledge‑sharing, open feedback, and mutual respect. Each Nūmiz lifts others up, ensuring the collective succeeds.
- Ambition : We set ambitious goals and challenge ourselves to think big. Nūmi is driven by bold ideas and relentless determination, always aiming for the stars to create real impact.
Process
- We first check that your skills match the expectations
- First technical fit interview with someone from the team
- Second technical case discussion with the Genetic Engineering department
- Last fit interview with our CTO Eugénie or CEO Eden (on‑site if possible), and meet part of the team, visit the labs & office
Nūmi is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people from all walks of life.