Intern -Vaccine Innovation

Location:

Kalamazoo, Michigan

Zoetis is a leader in the field of animal health, biotechnology, and vaccine development. We are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of animals through innovative research and development of veterinary products. The interdisciplinary vaccine team within the Global Biologics group is seeking a motivated summer intern to evaluate and tailor liposomal formulations. The intern will gain hands-on experience with molecular assays, in-vitro cell assays, and in-vivo mouse and target animal models, gain exposure to pharmaceutical formulation and veterinary medicine, and the opportunity to contribute to impactful, real-world research – all under the mentorship of experienced scientists.

• Communicate and coordinate within a team to design, characterize, and evaluate novel liposomal delivery systems
• Utilize molecular assays to characterize nucleic acid and protein moieties
• Maintain cell cultures and conduct in-vitro cell assays
• Assist team members with cross-disciplinary work - formulation, purification, experimental design, etc
• Collaborate with team members to design experiments, analyze data, and prepare reports
• Support the interdisciplinary vaccine team with ongoing projects as needed

• Strong STEM foundation - Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, or related fields
• Experience in tissue culture and cell line manipulation
• Excellent self-motivation and the ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment.
• Experience with PCR/RT-qPCR, DNA/RNA isolation and in vitro transcription.
• Knowledge of RNA expression control and molecular design
• SDS-PAGE, western blot and similar protein skills a plus

If the selected candidate is a student pursuing an Associate-level degree: $16.00 per hour

If the selected candidate is a student pursuing an Undergraduate-level degree: $22.00 per hour

If the selected candidate is a student pursing a Graduate-level degree: $32.50 per hour

If the selected candidate is a student pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $36.00 per hour

Student pursuing an Associate-level degree: $17.00 per hour

Student pursuing an Undergraduate-level degree: $24.20 per hour

Student pursing a Graduate-level degree: $36.40 per hour

Student pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $40.30 per hour

Full time Intern (Trainee)
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