Life Sciences Intern

Noblis is seeking a qualified technical intern to start in early winter or spring semester with course work and laboratory experience related to protein expression, cell culturing, and bioanalytical testing. The candidate will work with a small team of Noblis scientists to advance synthetic biology. This role is to support a cutting edge Noblis Sponsored Research (NSR) projects related to biomanfuacturing.

The ideal candidate is motivated, dependable, detail-oriented, has a positive attitude and a passion for applied research. The intern will work approximately 10-15 hours per week in Noblis’s BSL2 laboratory

The intern will:

• Perform protein expression, cell co-culture, and bioanalytical tests in Noblis’s BSL2 laboratory.
• Collaborate with the laboratory team to design experiments to test protein models
• Meet regularly with the team to outline, monitor, and close a project.
• Present results to Noblis scientists for discussion and analysis.
• Prepare a final report and presentation.
• Stay abreast of the scientific literature on project-related topics.
• Work autonomously and in a team environment with a positive collegial attitude.

• A GPA of 3.3 or higher
• U.S. Citizenship
• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, bioinformatics, or similar domain
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• A high degree of ethical and scientific standards

• Familiarity with BSL-2 safety procedures is a plus

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities lis.org

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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