About the role#
PBS Biotech is seeking a Research Associate Intern to join our bioprocess R&D team in Camarillo, California. This role offers hands-on experience in cell and gene therapy manufacturing, working directly with our in-house R&D laboratory. Interns will participate in meaningful research projects and gain technical expertise in bioprocess technologies.
What you'll do#
- Perform daily laboratory operations, including equipment monitoring, material stocking, and sterility maintenance.
- Execute basic cell culture and analytical operations, such as media preparation, seed culture expansion, and cell growth monitoring.
- Manage bioreactor sub-assembly preparation, setup, and maintenance.
- Assist in bioprocess development, optimization, and characterization experiments.
- Generate, record, and report experimental data accurately and in a timely manner.
- Follow and contribute to the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Collaborate with internal departments, including Engineering and Quality, to support product development and testing.
What you'll need#
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Life Sciences, or Biotechnology.
- Proficiency in aseptic cell culture techniques.
- Experience with mammalian cell culture; prior bioreactor operation experience is a plus.
- Ability to perform tasks accurately and reproducibly while providing creative solutions.
- Strong organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Camarillo, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
- Schedule: Rolling term with the flexibility to support weekend experiments as needed.
