What are the responsibilities and job description for the Antibody Engineering Intern - CICoR position at Roche?
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The Position
Summary:
In the antibody engineering (AE) group, CICoR, We are looking for an enthusiastic intern to assist in the development of a yeast-based switchable display/secretion system. The successful candidate will work closely with our R&D team to perform yeast genetic modifications and develop assays in a microfluidic system. Your responsibilities will include but not limited to:
Hands-on experience in a leading biotechnological research environment.
Mentorship from experienced scientists and researchers.
Networking opportunities within the industry.
Who we are
A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.
Let’s build a healthier future, together.
Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Roche is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Position
Summary:
In the antibody engineering (AE) group, CICoR, We are looking for an enthusiastic intern to assist in the development of a yeast-based switchable display/secretion system. The successful candidate will work closely with our R&D team to perform yeast genetic modifications and develop assays in a microfluidic system. Your responsibilities will include but not limited to:
- Yeast Genetic Modification:
- Conduct genetic engineering of yeast strains for the display and secretion of target molecules
- Implement CRISPR/Cas9 and other genetic tools to modify yeast genomes
- Development of Yeast-Based Systems:
- Assist in establishing a switchable yeast display/secretion system
- Evaluate and optimize system parameters for enhanced performance
- Microfluidic Assay Development:
- Develop and validate assays using yeast display/secretion
- Data Analysis and Reporting:
- Analyze experimental data and maintain accurate records
- Prepare reports and present findings to the R&D team
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or related field
- Basic knowledge of molecular biology techniques such as PCR, cloning, and sequencing
- Familiarity with yeast biology and genetic manipulation
- Experience with microfluidic systems is a plus
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- A keen interest in biotechnology and cutting-edge research
- Eagerness to learn and apply new techniques
Hands-on experience in a leading biotechnological research environment.
Mentorship from experienced scientists and researchers.
Networking opportunities within the industry.
Who we are
A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.
Let’s build a healthier future, together.
Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Roche is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
