2025 Summer Intern - Infectious Diseases Research & Early Development

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2025 Summer Intern - Infectious Diseases Research & Early Development

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Department Summary

When you join our team, you will be doing meaningful work designing molecular diagnostic tests that enable diagnosis and management of human infectious diseases and emerging pandemic threats. As you collaborate with some of the best in the industry, you will make a huge difference in infectious disease diagnostics!

In Infectious Diseases Research & Early Development, you will be involved in the design of new prototype qPCR tests. You may also perform next-generation sequencing (NGS) experiments to characterize novel qPCR assay targets. You will conduct experiments, summarize experimental results, and review conclusions with your supervisor. With guidance, you will analyze and brainstorm alternative approaches to solve problems and find solutions. You will learn new skills while collaborating with your team and supervisor to design and develop new qPCR diagnostic assays.

You are a graduate student with experience and/or interest in molecular biology and infectious diseases. You understand the theory and practical aspects of performing PCR assays and may have knowledge of infectious agents. You may have experience performing NGS or quantitative RT-PCR assays to detect microorganism infections. Most importantly, you are excited to learn as much as possible, and to apply that knowledge to develop new diagnostic tests!

This internship position is located in Pleasanton CA, on-site.

The Opportunity

• Perform qPCR and qRT-PCR experiments using sophisticated diagnostic instruments (e.g. Roche cobas 6800 and 8800).

• Perform NGS and mNGS experiments to characterize infectious agents in clinical samples.

• Analyze experimental qPCR and/or NGS data using sophisticated software.

• Collaborate to solve complex research problems with our team of industry professionals.

• Present your findings to internal research teams and other stakeholders.

Program Highlights

• Intensive 12-weeks full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.

• Program start dates are in May/June

• A stipend, based on location, will be provided to help alleviate costs associated with the internship.

• Ownership of challenging and impactful business-critical projects.

• Work with some of the most talented people in the biotechnology industry.

Who You Are

Required Education: You meet one of the following criteria:

• Must be pursuing a Master's Degree (enrolled student).
• Must have attained a Master's Degree.
• Must be pursuing a PhD (enroll
  ed student).

Required Majors: Graduate student in Molecular Biology or related field (e.g. Genomics, Infectious Diseases, Biochemistry)

Required Skills:

• Independent research experience in Molecular Biology or equivalent field, with emphasis in Microbiology, Virology, and/or Genomics.

• Hands-on experience with standard molecular biology techniques such as qPCR, RT-PCR, and/or next generation sequencing (NGS).

• Experience handling microbial DNA, RNA, and/or clinical samples.

• Ability to work and troubleshoot independently, utilizing a strong foundation of Molecular Biology knowledge.

• Growth mindset and desire to learn in an industry setting.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.

• Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion.

Experience with metagenomics sequencing (mNGS) may be helpful, but is not required.

Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $40-$45hour. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position also qualifies for paid holiday time off benefits.

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