Spring Co-Op, Oncology Research

Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH; Ridgefield (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking a Spring Co-Op for the Immune Regulation team in the Oncology Research department at Ridgefield, CT. The role focuses on collaborating on in vitro cancer immunology experiments to develop functional suppression assays that model the tumor microenvironment and translational platforms for evaluating immunomodulatory therapies.

You will work with scientists to establish and optimize assays, contribute to the understanding of immune cell activation, and gain exposure

Qualifications

• Must be a current Master’s or Ph.D. degree student in good academic standing.
• Student must be enrolled at an accredited college or university for the duration of the co-op.
• Overall GPA 3.0 on a 4.0 scale preferred.
• Major or minor in immunology, oncology, or cell biology.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine tumor tissue dissociation protocols.
• Develop tumor microenvironment-mimetic immune suppression assays.
• Establish and optimize tumor cell killing assays.

Skills

Immunology

Oncology

Cell culture

In vitro assays

FACS

CRISPR

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Master's or PhD student

GPA 3.0+

Immunology/oncology related major

9 credit hours completed

Job description

Boehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking a talented and innovative Spring Co-Op candidate to join the Immune Regulation team within the Oncology Research department located at our Ridgefield CT facility.

As an Immune Regulation Co-Op, you will collaborate with scientists on in vitro experiments in the field of cancer immunology. The tumor microenvironment (TME) contains a complex network of suppressive immune and stromal cells, soluble mediators, and metabolic constraints that collectively inhibit anti-tumor immunity. In vitro immune assays are useful for evaluating immune cell activation, they often fail to recapitulate the suppressive conditions present within solid tumors. This co-op project aims to develop and establish functional immune suppression assays that mimic key components of the TME. These assays will provide translational platforms for evaluating novel immunomodulatory therapeutics and identifying mechanisms that restore anti-tumor immune function.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies´ success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim´s high regard for ouremployees.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Developing and refining tumor tissue dissociation protocols

• Developing tumor microenvironment-mimetic immune suppression assays

• Establishing and optimizing tumor cell killing assays

Requirements

• Must be a current Master's or Ph.D degree student in good academic standing.

• Student must be enrolled at an accredited college or university for the duration of the co-op .

• Overall cumulative minimum GPA from last completed quarter/semester 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) preferred.

• Major or minor in related field of co-op: immunology, oncology, cell biology.

• Graduate and advanced degree students must have completed at least 9 credit hours at current college or university.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.

• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Compensation Data

This position offers an hourly rate of $24.00/hr - $33.00/hr. commensurate with the level of degree program in which an applicant is actively enrolled. Benefits include medical coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, disability and life insurance benefits, and other company-sponsored benefits.

Desired Skills, Experience and Abilities

• Strong scientific understanding and interest in one or more of the following: immunology, oncology, and cell biology

• Previous experience in cell line or primary cell culture is required, preferably cancer cells, T cells and/or myeloid cells

• Hands-on skills in relevant in vitro assay (FACS, ELISA/MSD, and/or immune cell isolation)

• CRISPR validation and experience in vitro system setup such as tumor cell killing assays is a plus

• Ability to troubleshoot both individually and as part of a team

• Strong writing, excellent record keeping and oral communication skills

• Must enjoy working in a multi-disciplinary, inquisitive, open-minded and collaborative environment

• Additional skills and interests that demonstrate soft skills are highly encouraged

Job ID

38688

Job function

Research

Career level

Student roles & Internships

Organization

BI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Working time

Full-Time

Job flexibility

On-Site

Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment, which benefits our employees, patients, and communities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person’s actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law