Oncology Bioscience Summer Intern

Job Description

We are seeking undergraduate students majoring in Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or related field for a 10-Week Student Intern role to be working on a nationwide team with 2 openings in Waltham, MA for a June 2nd - August 8th contract period.

Position Duties:

• Design and performing a variety of molecular and cellular biology experiments including cell culture, western blot, RT-PCT, CRISPR-based gene editing, etc.
• Maintain multiple cancer cell lines to support research activities
• Test drug candidates using biochemical and cell based assays
• Collect and analyze experimental results
• Record experimental procedures and scientific findings in lab notebook
• Summarize and present frequent updates at project team meeting at end-of-summer poster session

Position Requirements:

• Undergraduate freshman, sophomore, and junior students working towards a degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or related field. *Candidates must have an expected graduation date of after August 2025
• Knowledge of basic biology lab techniques such as cell culture, PCR, and/or Western Blot is preferred, but not required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, and GraphPad Prism preferred.
• Strong desire to pursue a scientific career in the future
• Enthusiasm for collaboration, cross-functional projects, public speaking, and presentation design.
• US Work Authorization is required at time of application.
• This role will not be providing CPT/OPT support.
• Ability to report onsite to Waltham, MA 5 days a week. This role will not provide relocation assistance, and will prioritize local applicants.
• Minimum grade point average of 3.0