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molecular biology/biochemistry- Intern 

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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 .  
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AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven biopharmaceutical business focusing on the commercialization of biologic prescription medicines. This full-time paid internship opportunity is for the summer of 2019.

What are the objectives/goals of the position? This intern will have opportunity to participate in developing and evaluating platforms for cancer vaccine. This intern will learn how to generate, evaluate and optimize constructs in tissue culture and animal models

What are the primary duties of this position? This intern will work with a group of scientists and perform following tasks with supervision

Use DNA sequence analysis to design plasmid and primer for cloning/sequencing

Conduct molecular cloning and sequence analysis

Culture primary and transformed cell lines

Assess gene expression by Western blot, ELISA/MSD or flow cytometry and fluorescence microscopy analysis

Summarize experiment data, discuss findings with supervisor, and present data and data interpretation at group meetings

Help maintain lab instruments and place orders

Expect to present research at site/department meetings at end of internship

What technical skills are required?

Strong background in molecular biology/biochemistry, knowledge of virology is a plus

Familiar with DNA sequence analysis

Considerable experience with DNA/RNA manipulation and cell culture

Hands-on experience with flow cytometry and data analysis

Hands-on experience with fluorescence microscopy and data analysis

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Strong skills in Microsoft word, Excel and PowerPoint

 
Position Requirements

To participate in the AstraZeneca Intern Program,

Students must meet the following eligibility criteria:
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Enrollment in a full-time undergraduate or graduate program, returning to the academic program following AstraZeneca assignment
• Minimum grade point average of 3.0 preferred
• At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date

 
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Location South San Francisco, CA  

This position is currently not accepting applications.

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