About the role#
This internship is based in the Pathology group in South San Francisco. You will assist in developing and implementing specialized tissue-based assays to address questions regarding target expression and preclinical model development. The role is full-time and requires you to work on-site.
What you'll do#
- Maintain accurate laboratory records and adhere to all safety and compliance guidelines.
- Work alongside a mentor to perform immunohistochemistry (IHC) staining.
- Contribute to the optimization and validation of laboratory assays.
- Manage databases by inputting information, data, and records.
- Use image analysis software to generate quantitative data.
- Present your internship findings at the end of the program.
What you'll need#
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- You must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- You must be currently enrolled in an MBA, master's, PharmD, or Ph.D. program and have completed the first year of that program before the internship begins.
- You must remain enrolled in an accredited college or university after the internship concludes.
- You must be available to work a full-time schedule and be located in the United States for the duration of the program.
- A degree concentration in Life Sciences, Biology, or a related field is preferred.
- Hands-on experience with tissue-based assays like IHC or in situ hybridization (ISH) is preferred.
- You should be able to work independently and as part of a team in a multidisciplinary environment.
Location & details#
- Location: South San Francisco, California.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Sponsorship: Not provided.
About Amgen
Amgen is a biotechnology company that develops human therapeutics to treat cancer, heart disease, and other conditions. Founded in 1980, the company is based in Thousand Oaks, California. It operates as a public company with over 41,000 employees. Its work focuses on biologics and the development of novel products.
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