About the role#
This co-op position offers the opportunity to join the Biologics Discovery team at our research center in Burnaby. You will work alongside experienced scientists to learn and apply skills in immunology, cell biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry. This role focuses on the discovery of therapeutic antibodies and involves contributing to projects that impact human health.
What you'll do#
- Learn and apply modern lab techniques, including tissue culture, flow cytometry, and imaging.
- Participate in the development of novel experiments and methods.
- Use advanced laboratory instruments and systems.
- Conduct experimental design, execution, and data analysis and documentation.
- Apply knowledge gained from literature research to your experimental work.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a full-time Bachelor’s degree program in Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or Biomedical Sciences.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Completion of at least one year of study prior to the start of the internship.
- Must be enrolled in a full-time Bachelor’s degree program after the assignment concludes.
- You must be 18 years or older.
Location & details#
- Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada.
- Term: Winter 2027 to Summer 2027.
- Modality: This is an on-site, full-time, paid position.
- Sponsorship: We do not offer visa sponsorship for this role.
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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