Molecular Biology Intern — Startup Vaccine R&D Project

Genvax Technologies; Ames (IA); Presencial; USD 22.000 - 23.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid internship

Descripción de la vacante

Genvax Technologies in Ames, IA is seeking a Summer 2026 Molecular Biology Intern. You will assist in development and validation of vaccine technologies, work with a mentor, and deliver an independent project. Dates May 25–Aug 14 (flexible) with a paid internship at $16–$17/hour for 30–40 hours per week.

Preference given to students from Iowa or who attended an Iowa high school, with 1–2 years of graduation window. Prior lab experience and strong documentation practices are valued.

Formación

• Pursuit of an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or related field
• High attention to detail and strong documentation practices
• Willingness to learn SOPs and protocols
• Ability to manage independent projects and present results

Responsabilidades

• Follow SOPs/protocols to independently conduct experiments
• Work alongside scientists on vaccine development projects
• Deliver an independent project and present results to the team
• Maintain detailed experimental records in electronic lab notebooks
• Contribute to continuous improvement of tools and processes
• Perform other duties in a dynamic startup setting

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Documentation

Independent projects

Educación

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Genetics or related field

Descripción del empleo

Genvax Technologies in Ames, IA is seeking a Summer 2026 Molecular Biology Intern. You will assist in development and validation of vaccine technologies, work with a mentor, and deliver an independent project. Dates May 25–Aug 14 (flexible) with a paid internship at $16–$17/hour for 30–40 hours per week.

Preference given to students from Iowa or who attended an Iowa high school, with 1–2 years of graduation window. Prior lab experience and strong documentation practices are valued.