Production Science Intern

Job Summary:

Zymo Research is looking for a dynamic individual to join our Technical Manufacturing & Quality Team as a Production Science Intern. This is an exciting opportunity to assist with material validation documentation and process support activities that ensure materials meet quality and performance requirements for production.

In this role you will be responsible for efficiently executing experiments compiling data and communicating findings to Operation Managers. You will be mentored by a senior team member to support and effectively guide your contributions to project objectives.

The ideal candidate should be a self-motivated learner an effective team player and possess a strong interest in learning about molecular biology and experimental design. The successful candidate should also be detail-oriented and have experience in basic molecular biology laboratory techniques.

If you are passionate about directly contributing to scientific advancement alongside industry veterans in a highly collaborative environment we want you! This position is a part-time summer internship (maximum of 29 hours per week).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the qualification and validation of materials and processes.
• Run experiments using common molecular biology techniques (PCR gel electrophoresis nucleic acid isolations etc.)
• Adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and maintain required documentation according to ISO 9001 standards.
• Maintain and keep detailed lab notebook and be able to compile analyze and present data in scientific settings.
• Ability to work in a laboratory environment and handle standard lab equipment.
• Occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.

Education and Experience:

• A graduate or currently pursuing a Bachelors in Life Science Biotechnology Biochemistry or related field.
• Previous experience in a molecular biology or biochemistry laboratory is preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Demonstrate effective and professional communication skills while working collaboratively in a team environment.

About Us:

Since its inception in 1994 Zymo Research has been proudly serving the scientific community by providing innovative reliable and high-quality research tools and products. Whether its DNA RNA epigenetics microbiomics protein or yeast-based research our philosophy remains the same: To provide the highest quality products in the industry while ensuring they are both simple to use and reliable in their performance.

Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Orange County Register inand named a Top Workplace USA in 2023 Zymo Research continues to be a vibrant community where employees thrive feel connected and are inspired by their work. If you are passionate about contributing to scientific advancement and want to be part of an exceptional team in a dynamic growing company wed love to hear from you!

Compensation:

The estimated base compensation range for this position is $20.00 per hour at the time of posting. Actual compensation details will be provided in writing at the time of offer if applicable and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation including geographic location experience knowledge skills abilities and other job permitted factors.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

Zymo Research welcomes candidates of all backgrounds. These include sex age color race religion marital status national origin ancestry sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression physical & mental disability medical condition genetic information military and veteran status or any other protected status as defined by federal state or local law.

Location:

Onsite Zymo Research Operations 2911 Dow Ave Tustin CA 92780

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