Share Email Opening Title Global Technical Operations Intern   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   About the Organization AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven biopharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines, primarily for the treatment of cardiovascular, metabolic, respiratory, inflammation, autoimmune, oncology, infection and neuroscience diseases. AstraZeneca operates in over 100 countries and its innovative medicines are used by millions of patients worldwide. For more information please visit www.astrazeneca.com .   Description Intern: Global Technical Operations Global Technical Operations Intern Location: Gaithersburg, MD AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven biopharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of small molecule and biologic prescription medicines. AstraZeneca is pioneering innovative research and exploring novel pathways across key therapeutic areas, including respiratory, inflammation and autoimmunity; cardiovascular and metabolic disease; oncology; neuroscience; and infection and vaccines. We are currently seeking candidates who are working towards obtaining a Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Engineering or a related major for an internship during the summer of 2018. This internship opportunity is with the Global Technical Operations department. Objectives: Improve the understanding of the stability of lateral flow immunoassays as related to the reactivity and specificity of the assay Develop a robust strategy to monitor the performance of the lateral flow test by leveraging accelerated stability studies Better understand the impact of temperature excursions on lateral flow test performance Explore the root cause for any changes in the performance of the lateral flow assay over time and stress Design and develop a simple inventory control system for critical reagents to support visibility of inventory levels and other reagent details across the organization. Core Responsibilities: Plan, execute and interpret experimental data in the lab to evaluate the performance of a lateral flow immunoassay Propose a robust reagent monitoring program based on results collected in the lab. Map, design and potentially develop a basic system for tracking critical reagents   Position Requirements Position Requirements: Preference for basic lab skills and basic laboratory techniques Basic understanding Microsoft Word Preference for experience with databases and data structures Undergraduate Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, Senior {Minimum GPA of 3.0+   Full-Time/Part-Time Seasonal   Location Gaithersburg, MD   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://AstraZenecaPharmaceuticalsInc.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles -- None found --

AppOne.comTM   copyrightŠ1999-2021 HR Services, Inc. Click here for technical assistance.