Job Description

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking and intern in the biology R&D group. The group is focused on developing fluorescence-based assays for detection and quantitation of biomolecules. The selected candidate will be part of a highly innovative and interdisciplinary team, with an opportunity to learn about product development and research activities in an industry setting. Under the supervision of a senior R&D scientist, the intern will work on project background research, planning and experimental assay development design. The intern will also provide laboratory hands-on support work pertinent to the assigned project; will perform statistical data analysis, and present results to the broader R&D group.

Requirements

• Have a B.S. degree in chemistry, biochemistry, cell biology or related discipline.
• Have at least one year experience in a research laboratory setting.
• Have experience with analytical methods such as UV/Vis and fluorescence spectroscopy
• Experience with statistical data analysis is a plus.

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status. []

• Demonstrated excellent experimental design, execution, and data analysis
• Demonstrated experimental accuracy and attention to detail
• Knowledge and experience working with laboratory instrumentation and software
• Ability to work towards goals and results
• Excellent written and verbal presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a cross-functional team
• Willingness to learn and be mentored

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