Company: 1000 Genentech, Inc. Title: 2027 Spring Intern - Pharmaceutical Technical Development - Bioassay Location: South San Francisco Posted Date: Posted Today Employment Type: Full time Sidebar Info: Who We Are Genentech, a member of the Roche group and founder of the biotechnology industry, is dedicated to pursuing groundbreaking science to discover and develop medicines for people with serious and life-threatening diseases. To solve the world's most complex health challenges, we ask bigger questions that challenge our industry and the boundaries of science to transform society. Our transformational discoveries include the first targeted antibody for cancer and the first medicine for primary progressive multiple sclerosis. The next step is yours. To apply today, click on the "Apply for this job" button. Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants .
Job Description: 2027 Spring Intern - Pharmaceutical Technical Development - BioassayDepartment SummaryPharmaceutical Technical Development (PTD) develops, delivers, and supports robust, cost-effective production methods and technologies for innovative therapeutics to meet the needs of Genentech’s Research, Development, Commercial, and Product Operations groups. The group has long been recognized as a world leader in developing large-scale manufacturing processes, sophisticated analytical methods, and effective drug delivery systems.The Bioassay department resides within PTD and is responsible for developing, characterizing, validating and implementing analytical methods for recombinant proteins and novel therapeutics, and ensuring robust assay performance and data integrity throughout the product lifecycle, from laboratory to manufacturing scale. A Bioassay team member may be responsible for assay development, commercial product support, continuous improvement activities, innovation projects, or other activities within the function.This internship position is located in South San Francisco, on-site.The OpportunityAs a Technical Development Intern, Laboratory focus, you will be assigned a project in the bioassay group within PTDA.The candidate will work alongside scientists to design, execute, optimize and analyze biochemical/immunochemical and/or cell-based assays in support of our clinical through launch-phase biologics products.The individual will be responsible for designing and executing experiments, summarizing/presenting data and participating in group meetings and/or project teams.The individual will collaborate with multidisciplinary and cross functional teams to develop novel cell-based potency methods for products with complex mechanisms of action in support of process development, characterization, formulation screens, and GMP quality control of product release and stability. This program provides a broad perspective and appreciation of the development of new processes, methods, and technologies at different production scales in the biotechnology industry. Program HighlightsIntensive 6 months, full-time (40 hours per week) paid internship.Program start dates are in January 2027 (Spring).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) Required Education: You meet one of the following criteria:Must be pursuing or have attained an Associate's DegreeMust be pursuing a Bachelor's degreeMust have attained a Bachelor's degree (recent graduates not currently enrolled in a grad program)Must be pursuing a Master's degreeMust have attained a Master's degreeMust be pursuing a PhDRequired Majors: Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Chemistry, Biophysics, or related disciplines are preferred.Required Skills: Detail-oriented, enthusiastic, and self-directed individual who is excited about tackling complex and creative scientific challenges in an industrial setting.Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and QualificationsExcellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.Complements our culture and the standards that guide our daily behavior & decisions: Integrity, Courage, and Passion.Relevant work experience in research labs or the biotechnology industry is desirable but not required.Prior cell culture experience is preferred but 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 $26.00-$47.00 per hour. 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.Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants.
About Genentech
Genentech is a biotechnology research company founded in 1976. Based in South San Francisco, the firm focuses on areas such as oncology, neuroscience, and immunology. It employs over 18,000 people across multiple locations in California and Oregon. The organization develops medicines for complex health conditions.
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