Intern - Kite Research - Viral Vector Core

Kite Pharma; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipends for eligibleemployees

Paid company holidays

Sick time

Job summary

Kite Pharma in Santa Monica, CA is offering an internship in the Viral Vector Core. You will contribute to planning and executing a research project focused on viral vectors for cell therapy, under the guidance of the vector core lead, and present findings.

This internship emphasizes data analysis, collaboration, and professional development, with opportunities to engage in leadership sessions and community programs.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student in a US university or college.
• Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior undergraduate or graduate/doctoral student.
• Must be able to complete a 10–12 week internship between May and August.
• Must be able to relocate and work at the designated site.

Responsibilities

• Devise and plan a research project in Kite's Viral Vector Core.
• Carry out the project under supervision of the vector core lead.
• Perform data analyses to guide further experiments.
• Present final work with a PPT near internship conclusion.

Skills

Work independently

Collaborative

Analytical thinking

Research planning

Education

Bachelor’s/Masters/MBA/PhD program

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Intern - Kite Research - Viral Vector Core

As a Gilead intern you will contribute to high-impact meaningful projects that will not only further advance our company’s mission but will allow you to gain real world experience at one of the most innovative organizations in the world.

You will also have opportunities to participate in special events including professional development and leadership presentations, social/network building activities and local community volunteer programs.

Key Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• The candidate will help to devise and plan a research project in the Kite vector core pertaining to utilizing and optimizing viral vectors desigend for cell therapy.
• Carry out the research project under the supervision and guidance of the vector core lead.
• Perform data analyses of their results to guide further experiments
• Showcase your work with a final presentation (PPT) near the conclusion of your internship

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.8
• Authorized to work in the United States without Sponsorship now or in the future or CPT/OPT through your University.
• Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s/Masters/MBA/PhD program at an accredited US based university or college
• Must be a Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior in undergrad or a Graduate or Doctoral Student
• Must be enrolled full-time in the Fall Semester at an accredited university/college after the completion of the internship
• Must be able to complete a 10-12 consecutive week internship between May and August
• Must be able to relocate if necessary and work at the designated site for the duration of the internship

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred Degree qualification: Masters or PhD
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite
• Ability to identify issues and seek solutions
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusion and diversity in the workplace
• Efficient, organized, and able to handle short timelines in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of basic molecular and cell biology principles and techniques is required
• Knowledge of basic lab virology and techniques is preferred.
• Experience working with tissue culture cells in a biosafety cabinet is highly desired
• The candidate should have an interest in virology, immunology, and/or cancer cell therapy

Gilead Core Values

• Integrity (Doing What’s Right)
• Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity)
• Teamwork (Working Together)
• Excellence (Being Your Best)
• Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility)

The expected hourly range for this position is $19.00 - $55.00.

Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including education level and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary.

Benefits include paid company holidays, sick time, and housing stipends for eligible employees.

Kite is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies with a goal of providing rapid, long-term durable response and eliminating the burden of chronic care. The company is focused on chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) engineered cell therapies designed to empower the immune system's ability to recognize and kill tumors. Kite is based in Santa Monica, CA. For more information on Kite, please visit www.kitepharma.com. Sign up to follow @KitePharma on Twitter at www.twitter.com/kitepharma.

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