Lean Laboratory Operations Intern

Genmab; Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Genmab is offering a 10-week Laboratory Operations Improvement Internship in Princeton, NJ. You will support the US Laboratory Management team and gain hands-on experience with Lean/5S, SAP inventory systems, and space planning at a 15,000 ft facility.

You’ll work closely with Laboratory Management and scientists, applying continuous improvement concepts while collaborating with cross‑functional teams in a hybrid work model (3 days in office, 2 remote).

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or another related scientific or technical discipline.
• Some previous laboratory experience through college coursework, academic research, employment, or an internship.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to collect, organize, and interpret operational data with strong attention to accuracy and detail.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with scientists, Laboratory Management, and cross‑functional teams.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and other common business applications.
• Interest in laboratory operations, continuous improvement, biotechnology, pharmaceutical development, or scientific operations.
• Willingness to work hands‑on within laboratory environments while following applicable laboratory safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of Lean 5S methodology within laboratory areas, including Sort, Set‑in‑Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustainable activities.
• Assist with laboratory organization projects including workspace optimization, labeling, visual management, equipment placement, and standardization of shared laboratory areas.
• Assist Laboratory Management with MRP implementation and optimization of inventory management approaches such as minimum/maximum inventory levels, Kanban, and material replenishment processes.
• Support development of laboratory capacity and space‑planning analyses used to understand current utilization and future laboratory growth requirements.
• Assist with laboratory equipment inventory activities, including equipment identification, location verification, utilization reviews, and asset lifecycle information.
• Collaborate with Laboratory Management, scientists, Facilities, EHS, Procurement, and other cross‑functional partners as appropriate to support assigned projects.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Independent team player

Education

Undergrad/Grad in Biology or Engineering or related

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

Genmab is offering a 10-week Laboratory Operations Improvement Internship in Princeton, NJ. You will support the US Laboratory Management team and gain hands-on experience with Lean/5S, SAP inventory systems, and space planning at a 15,000 ft facility.

You’ll work closely with Laboratory Management and scientists, applying continuous improvement concepts while collaborating with cross‑functional teams in a hybrid work model (3 days in office, 2 remote).