R&D Graduate Intern

Aldevron; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Aldevron in Madison, WI offers a 10-week paid Summer Internship Program within the Cell-Based R&D team, on-site. Interns work on robust project tasks, engage with executives, and gain exposure to Danaher Business System fundamentals.

After successful completion, interns may be considered for full-time opportunities after graduation. Role involves joining the R&D team, reporting to a senior scientist, and collaborating with other groups at Aldevron-Madison.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or related life science field.
• Experience with recombinant protein expression and purification.
• Exposure to bioreactor systems, control software, and protein expression systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general research laboratory activities under moderate supervision.
• Help develop innovative methods or products that support business needs.
• Design and execute experiments, interpret data, and present results at team meetings.
• Carry out expression screens or experiments to produce proteins of interest at various scales.
• Purify recombinant proteins using automated chromatography systems.
• Characterize samples with techniques like SDS-PAGE, RP-HPLC, UV-Vis spectrophotometry; perform assays as needed.
• Complete project plans with timelines and budgets.

Skills

Recombinant protein expression

Protein purification

AKTA systems

Unicorn software

Bioreactor control software

Aseptic technique

Experimental design

Education

PhD candidate in Biochemistry / Molecular Biology / Chemistry or related life science

Tools

Automated chromatography systems

SOPs

Job description

At Aldevron, we shape the future of medicine by advancing science in meaningful ways. Our team of dedicated, forward-thinking associates share this goal by combining best-in-class products and service with the ideal operating environment to lay the groundwork for vital new discoveries worldwide. We believe people are our most valuable asset. Whether this is your first step on a rewarding career path or are a seasoned professional ready to take your career to the next level, we hire the best from all backgrounds and experiences.

Aldevron is one of 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher. Together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.

Summer Internship Program

The program is a 10-week paid internship immersive experience that provides functional learning working on robust and challenging project work, Executive and Senior leadership engagement, and exposure to Danaher Business System fundamentals. The program culminates with a report-out presentation to leaders from the organization. After successful completion of the program, interns will be considered to return as a full-time associate upon graduation.

This position is part of the Cell-Based R&D team located in Madison, WI and will be on-site. At Aldevron, we combine best-in-class products and service with the ideal operating environment to lay the groundwork for vital new discoveries worldwide. You will be a part of the R&D team, report to a senior scientist on the team, and work alongside our other experienced scientists. The role will also offer frequent opportunities to interact and collaborate with other functional groups at Aldevron-Madison.

The R&D Intern Responsibilities May Include

• Carry out general research laboratory activities (following protocols or SOPs) under moderate supervision
• Help develop innovative methods or products that help fuel our business needs
• Design and execute experiments, interpret resulting data, and communicate results at regular team meetings.
• Carry out expression screens or experiments to produce proteins of interest at a large range of scales
• Purify recombinant proteins utilizing automated chromatography systems
• Characterize a variety of in-process samples with methods including, but not limited to, OD determination, metabolite profiling, SDS-PAGE, RP-HPLC, aSEC, LAL assay, UV-Vis spectrophotometry, dynamic and static light scattering, and in vitro biochemical assays
• Complete project plans according to specifications, including timeline and budget

The Essential Requirements Of The Job Include

• Currently pursuing a PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry or related life science discipline
• Previous experience with recombinant protein expression and purification
• Exposure to one or a combination of the following is required:
  • Automated single-use or stainless-steel bioreactor systems and control software
  • Protein expression systems and/or aseptic technique
  • AKTA systems and unicorn software

When you join us, you’ll also be joining Danaher’s global organization, where 80,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you’ll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization.

The hourly range for this role is $38 per hour.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [e-mail] to request accommodation.

If you’ve ever wondered what’s within you, there’s no better time to find out.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.

The U.S. EEO posters are available here.

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We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact:1-202-419-7762 or [e-mail].