LNP Production Intern (Full time)

Legend Biotech USA; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is seeking an LNP Production Intern to support manufacturing and quality control of mRNA-LNP formulations.

You will assist with formulation, purification, in-process testing, inventory management, and documentation in a fast-paced production environment while following SOPs and quality standards. This onsite role in Redmond, WA offers hands-on training, exposure to downstream processing and QC measurements, and meals provided.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 0–2 years of laboratory, manufacturing, or biotech experience.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to follow SOPs and work independently after training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of buffers, reagents, lipids, and payload materials.
• Support mRNA-LNP formulation and downstream processing activities.
• Perform purification and concentration processes following SOPs.
• Record and review production and QC data accurately.
• Maintain sample traceability throughout production and shipping.

Education

Associate's degree in Biology/Biotech/ Biochemistry/ Chemical Engineering/ Chemistry

Bachelor's degree in Biology/Biotech/ Biochemistry/ Chemical Engineering/ Chemistry

Tools

Centrifuges

Filtration devices

TFF systems

Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS)

Job description

About GenScript

Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop groundbreaking treatments and products. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, and its role as a well-recognized biotechnology company, GenScript has a team of approximately 6,165 employees and has served more than 200,000 customers across over 100 countries and regions.

Role Description

The LNP Production Intern supports the manufacturing and quality control activities associated with mRNA-LNP formulations and related nanoparticle products. This role is responsible for assisting with LNP formulation, purification, concentration, in-process quality testing, inventory management, documentation, and preparation of final products for shipment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to thrive in a fast-paced production environment while following established SOPs and quality standards. The responsibilities are aligned with existing LNP production workflows used by the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of buffers, reagents, lipids, and payload materials.
• Support mRNA-LNP formulation and downstream processing activities.
• Perform purification and concentration processes following approved SOPs.
• Operate laboratory equipment including centrifuges, filtration devices, TFF systems, and other production equipment.
• Assist in antibody-decorated LNP preparation and purification processes following established procedures.
• Perform routine QC measurements including: Particle size, PDI, Zeta potential, Encapsulation efficiency and others.
• Accurately record and review production and QC data.
• Ensure all activities comply with GDP (Good Documentation Practices).
• Prepare final products for customer delivery.
• Conduct sterile filtration, aliquoting, tube labeling, and packaging.
• Maintain sample traceability throughout production and shipping processes.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.
• 0-2 years of laboratory, manufacturing, or biotechnology experience.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Basic understanding of laboratory techniques and equipment.
• Ability to follow SOPs and work independently after training.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Preferred having experience with mRNA production, LNP technology, sterile techniques, centrifugal filtration or TFF, DLS and experience in GMP, ISO regulated environment.

Full-time role based onsite in Redmond, WA with lunch provided daily. The hourly pay rate is $22-24 per hour. Please note that we are not looking for candidates that are unable to commit to a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one.
• Paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment.
• Paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Commuter benefits, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs.

GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace.

Please note: Genscript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. will only contact candidates through verified application sources. GenScript/Probio does not request personal information from candidates through individual email or any other platform.