Summer Intern Full Time

Summer Interns at Expression Manufacturing LLC (EMLLC) will typically be pursuing a 2-year or 4-year college degree in a related discipline (Biology, Chemistry, Bioengineering, etc.). Summer Interns are expected to be able to consistently perform their duties in one of the following three focus areas: Quality Control, Research/Process Development, and cGMP Manufacturing Operations. Summer Interns will report to and/or assist other personnel such as Lab Technicians and Senior Scientists.
Expectations

Able to multitask

Excellent in time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Able to complete work independently with instruction and coordinate with the team

Able to follow standard operating procedures after training

Possess “self-starter” mentality and “flow to work” ethic

Put safety of themselves, their colleagues, and our patients first

Be capable to accurately record information while executing batch records and lab protocols

Be capable of keeping up with required training and implementing that training

Perform equipment cleaning, calibration, and periodic maintenance

Be proficient in Microsoft Office

Be highly organized

Be capable of maintaining accurate records and possess strong attention to detail
Responsibilities – Assisting Lab Technicians, Senior Scientists, or Managers in assigned area:
*Interns will not be expected to perform all duties for each area but will be exposed to and educated on various tasks during their internship.
*The Summer Intern responsibilities are not limited to those listed below.
Quality Control

Complete testing of products in accordance with SOPs

Learn about and use analytical methodology tests such as Flow Cytometry and qPCR

Grow cells using cell culture protocols for a variety of testing as well as for use in pilots

Complete Viable and Non-viable particle environmental monitoring prior to production

Complete Viable and Non-viable particle environmental monitoring on a weekly basis during nonproduction weeks

Complete Viable and Non-viable particle environmental monitoring environmental monitoring monthly

Complete product testing assays including endotoxin mycoplasma titers and cell characterization.

Analyze results of growth from any agar plate growth from Media Fills, gowning Qualifications or Productions.

Research/Process Development

Quarantine and intake of new materials

Use FIFO and FIFO for raw materials in warehouse

Assist with managing inventory using the management software

Assist with taking care of equipment inside of the laboratories including cleaning, calibration, maintenance etc.

Verify that materials needed for cleaning are ready for use in both labs and cleanroom

Verify that materials for gowning are stocked and ready for use

Check warehouse for materials and order when low if warehouse management software has not already ordered materials

Ensure that waste is disposed of according to SOPs or picked up by an approved contractor

Work on pilots and other small-scale products in laboratory for both internal and external clients

cGMP Manufacturing Operations


Stage and prepare materials for GMP productions

Clean production suite and other areas of the cleanroom on a weekly basis

Clean production suite daily after production

Assist with taking care of equipment inside the cleanroom suite including cleaning, calibration, maintenance etc.

Verify that materials for gowning are stocked and ready for use

Work aseptically inside of an ISO 5 BSC
 

Education and Experience

Pursuing a 2-year or 4-year college degree in a related discipline

Previous laboratory experience is helpful but not required