Flow Cytometry Intern

Novonesis; Morrisville (Bucks County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Novonesis is seeking a Flow Cytometry Intern to join our research and development teams in Morrisville, NC. You will work with Scientists to develop and implement flow cytometry methods that provide insight for fermentation experiments and help automate workflows for rapid, robust measurements.

The position is a 10-week, on-site internship requiring a current bachelor’s degree pursuit in engineering, biology or biochemistry, with a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Pursuing bachelor’s degree in engineering, biology, or biochemistry.
• Interest in fermentation, process equipment, sensors, and programming controls.
• Ability to arrange housing and transportation.
• Sophomore standing or higher at the time of application.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement flow cytometry methods for fermentation experiments.
• Assist with automation of workflows for measurement of phenotypes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Gain exposure to lab and production-scale equipment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Independent work

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Biology

Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry

Tools

Flow cytometer

Job description

Interested in a career that matters?Interested in a career that matters?At Novonesis, we use biology to transform how the world produces food, beverages, household products, renewable fuels, and more. As a Flow Cytometry intern, you will work with three of our departments responsible for the research, development, scale-up, and optimization of microbe products, processes, and technologies. Our teams are composed of scientists and researchers with diverse backgrounds that use a wide array of lab-, pilot-, and production-scale equipment, plus advanced data and digitalization tools, to develop and launch new products. We also collaborate with colleagues globally to take advantage of our combined knowledge in industrial microbiology.About the RoleAs a Flow Cytometry Intern, you will work alongside Scientists and Research Associates to develop and implement flow cytometry methods that provide valuable physiological insight for our fermentation experiments. Through this, you will gain exposure to the equipment and techniques and help us automate the workflow for rapid and robust measurement of several relevant phenotypes.What you’ll Need to Be SuccessfulWe are looking for students who are currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in:EngineeringBiologyBiochemistryOr a related technical disciplineRequired Qualifications and CompetenciesMinimum 3.0 GPAStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsInterest in fermentation, process equipment, sensors, and programming controlsStrong communication and collaboration skillsAbility to work independently while contributing to team objectivesStrong organizational skills and attention to detailSophomore standing or higher at the time of applicationAbility to arrange your own housing and transportationWays of Working / Working ConditionsFull-time internship assignment lasting approximately 10 weeksLocated on-site in Morrisville, NCExposure to Research and Development, analytical equipment, fermentation equipment and controlsUse of required personal protective equipment (PPE) when in the laboratoryCollaboration with cross-functional teamsCompensation & BenefitsExpected salary: $23/hrRelevant InformationProgram Dates: May 24th, 2027, to July 30th, 2027Position Type: Temporary position payrolled through a third-party providerApplication Deadline: October 15, 2026Our purpose guides the wayIn Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.Opportunities for everyoneWe are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.Explore other openingsIf this position isn’t the right fit, you may still find other opportunities with us. You’re welcome to explore open roles or create a job agent to stay connected with future opportunities at novonesis.com/Career