Alt Host Bioprocessing Intern

Job title: Alt-Host Bioprocessing Intern

Location: Marlborough, MA

Term: Minimum of six months to maximum of ten-month Internship starting January 15, 2025, (some flexibility to start later).

Job description:

The internship program at Alternative Host Bioprocessing unit at Sartorius Stedim North America, Corporate Research Labs, Marlborough MA focuses on Microbial strain engineering. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Intern to join our group. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work under the supervision of the Principal Investigator on cutting-edge research in microbiology, molecular biology, and biotechnology. If you are passionate about scientific innovation and eager to contribute to an impactful project, we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities:

• Conduct experiments under the supervision and direction of the Principal Investigator.

• Maintain microbial cultures, prepare media and reagents, and contribute to the overall operation of the lab.

• Assist with molecular cloning techniques including PCR, DNA extraction and purification, plasmid preparation, DNA assembly, and agarose gel electrophoresis.

• Perform microbial transformation and screening for productivity.

• Utilize bioinformatics tools for in silico cloning, DNA sequence analysis and gene editing design.

• Adhere to all safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment.

• Keep detailed records of experimental activities, prepare reports, and present findings to the research team.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Masters' or PhD degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Chemical/Biological Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field.

• Experience with sterile microbial culture techniques and molecular biology techniques is a plus.

• Background in microbiology/molecular biology, particularly in handling bacteria, yeast, and filamentous fungi, is preferred.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, hardworking, systematic, sensible, and adaptable attitude.

What We Offer

As a growing global life science company, with our stock listed on the German DAX and TecDAX , Sartorius offers a wide range of benefits:
Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, LinkedIn Learning, internal seminar offerings
Worklife Balance: Paid vacation, sick time, corporate holidays and community service day; as well as flexible work schedules
Making an Impact Right from the Start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform
Welcoming Culture: Mutual support, team spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics such as "Coaching", "Agile Working" and a "Businesswomen's Network"
Intelligent Working Environment: Working in smart buildings with the latest technology and equipment.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin. We are also an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide. We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment. Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.

We look forward to receiving your application.

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Sartorius is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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About Sartorius

Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide.

We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment.

Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.
www.sartorius.com/careers