AskBio Inc. a wholly owned and independently operated subsidiary of Bayer AG is a fully integrated gene therapy company dedicated to developing life-saving medicines and changing lives. The company maintains a portfolio of clinical programs across a range of neuromuscular central nervous system cardiovascular and metabolic disease indications with a clinical-stage pipeline that includes investigational therapeutics for congestive heart failure limb-girdle muscular dystrophy multiple system atrophy Parkinsons disease and Pompe disease. AskBios gene therapy platform includes Pro10 an industry-leading proprietary cell line manufacturing process and an extensive array of capsids and promoters. With global headquarters in Research Triangle Park North Carolina and European headquarters in Edinburgh Scotland the company has generated hundreds of proprietary capsids and promoters several of which have entered pre-clinical and clinical testing.
Our vision: Pioneering science to create transformative molecular medicines.
Our mission: Lead innovative science and drive clinical outcomes to transform peoples lives.
Our principles:
Advance innovative science by pushing boundaries.
Bring transformative therapeutics to patients in need.
Provide an environment for employees to reach their fullest potential.
Our values:
Be a Pioneer. We are not afraid of the impossible and to innovate to make gene therapies accessible to those in need.
Cultivate Collaboration. Strive to be the best teammate actively listen openly communicate and embrace diverse points of view.
Embrace Responsibility. We are humbled by the enormity of our hold a relentless commitment to advance science and clinical outcomes for our patients families and caregivers.
Raise the Bar. Continuously drive improvements and efficiencies. Seek and provide constructive feedback. Have a bias for learning and action.
Act with Uncompromising Integrity. Be honest transparent and committed to doing whats right in every situation. Make clear commitments and follow through.
Position Summary
Join our Product Development team as an Intern and contribute to groundbreaking early-stage gene editing therapeutic this hands-on role you will develop novel in vitro assays while gaining practical experience in next-generation sequencing (NGS) and lipid nanoparticle (LNP) formulation techniques. You will work directly with experienced scientists present your findings to the team and play a meaningful role in advancing our therapeutic pipeline.
This position will be located in RTP NC and will report to the Senior Scientist Product Development Team.
Job Responsibilities
Develop and optimize one to two novel in vitro assays to support the advancement of our early-stage therapeutic program
Learn and apply tissue culture techniques LNP formulation and characterization methods and NGS workflows under the guidance of experienced team members
Execute routine NGS workflows and in vitro assays with increasing independence
Maintain comprehensive electronic lab notebook documentation of all experiments and periodically review progress with team members
Participate actively in weekly team huddle meetings and scientific team meetings
Provide regular progress updates to the team lead and scientific core team
Present your work and findings to the Product Development department and early product team
Minimum Requirements
Currently pursuing a Masters degree or higher in Biomedical Sciences Pharmacology Genetics Cell Biology Cancer Biology or Virology
Proficiency in standard tissue culture PCR and western blot techniques
Conceptual familiarity with NGS gene editing and lipid nanoparticles
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Demonstrated accountability and ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively
Flexibility and willingness to support diverse responsibilities within the team
Availability to work full-time on-site during the summer months (MayAugust) at an AskBio office
Preferred Education Experience and Skills
PhD students in Biomedical Sciences Pharmacology Genetics Cell Biology Cancer Biology or Virology are encouraged to apply
Proactive solution-driven mindset with a strong scientific curiosity
Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with the team
Prior hands-on experience with gene editing technologies or therapeutic development
AskBio Inc. (AskBio) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal State or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid jobrelated requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening by calling us at or sending us an email at .
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Required Experience:
Intern