GTO-A Intern for Bioassay
Location: Frederick, MD
We are currently seeking rising undergraduate seniors working towards a degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Immunology, Bioengineering for a 10-12 week internship during the summer of 2023.
Objectives/Goals of the Position:
Bioassays measure the concentration of a substance by its effect on living cells or tissues. This analytical method is required to determine the potency of our products. This internship will provide training and experience on AZ’s bioassays for multiple products, and the opportunity to independently lead a cell-based equipment comparability study.
Primary Duties:
Aseptically maintain and characterize cell culture, perform cell-based potency assays to support analytical method transfer, critical reagent generation and qualification as needed. Provide assistance in supporting equipment preventive maintenance and managing the inventory of lab consumables.
Position Requirements:
- Rising undergraduate seniors working towards a degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Immunology, Bioengineering.
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong work ethic with dependability.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Experience with micro pipetting and aseptic technique.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Minimum grade point average of 3.0