Bioanalytical Science Intern: LC-MS/MS & Protein Analysis

StudentJob; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Health insurance and wellness benefits

Paid time off

Employee support programs

Job summary

Genmab in Utrecht is offering a full-time, on-site Bioanalytical Intern role within our Bioanalytical Science team. You will gain hands-on experience in protein sample preparation and targeted LC-MS/MS under guidance from experienced bioanalytical scientists and research associates.

The internship lasts 7–9 months, starts 1 Feb/March 2027, and requires enrollment in a Dutch HBO program in a related field. Strong English, laboratory skills, and data interpretation are essential.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a HBO bachelor’s or MSc in Chemistry, Life Sciences, or related field.
• Formal, mandatory internship required for graduation; not for graduates.
• Foundational knowledge of analytical chemistry, biochemistry, or protein analysis.
• Practical lab experience with accurate pipetting, solution prep, safe handling.
• Ability to perform concentration/dilution calculations.
• Ability to document lab work clearly and interpret results.
• Sufficient English to discuss experiments and write documentation.
• Coursework or experience in liquid chromatography or mass spectrometry; familiarity with protein prep, enzymatic digestion, peptide analysis; experience with Excel or scientific software.
• Previous experience with targeted protein LC-MS/MS welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

• Review published protein assays and peptide databases to identify suitable starting points for method development.
• Evaluate the LC-MS/MS performance of candidate peptides selected by the project team.
• Perform protein digestion and investigate how sample preparation conditions affect peptide recovery and reproducibility.
• Help optimize LC-MS/MS conditions for selected peptides, including chromatography and precursor-to-fragment transitions.
• Assess whether endogenous proteins can be measured in the intended biological matrix.
• Evaluate initial assay performance, including selectivity, sensitivity, and repeatability.
• Document experiments in an electronic laboratory notebook, interpret results with your supervisors, and present your findings and recommendations to the team.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Biochemistry

Protein analysis

Pipetting & lab technique

Data interpretation

English proficiency

Liquid chromatography

Mass spectrometry

Excel or scientific software

Education

Bachelor's or MSc in Chemistry, Life Sciences, Biomedical Laboratory Research (HBO)

Tools

LC-MS/MS

Excel

Job description

Genmab in Utrecht is offering a full-time, on-site Bioanalytical Intern role within our Bioanalytical Science team. You will gain hands-on experience in protein sample preparation and targeted LC-MS/MS under guidance from experienced bioanalytical scientists and research associates.

The internship lasts 7–9 months, starts 1 Feb/March 2027, and requires enrollment in a Dutch HBO program in a related field. Strong English, laboratory skills, and data interpretation are essential.