Job Description

As an Intern in our Molecular Biology group, you will be a member of a team developing and evaluating automation methods to enable high throughput DNA cloning technology as part of our drug-discovery processes. You will learn how to operate and assist in optimizing methods using different robotic systems including Qpix, Tecan, and LabChip.

The intern will assist in the development, organization, and maintenance of the overall operation of high throughput automation equipment and protocols to support high throughput DNA cloning technologies.  The intern will adapt nucleic acid wet-lab protocols to automation, learning robotic systems including Qpix, Tecan and LabChip in the process of implementing and optimizing methods.

Qualifications

• Major in Biological Sciences (preferred) or Chemistry
• At least two years of college coursework in biological or chemical science
• The candidate should be highly organized, detail-oriented, and methodical
• Design, execute, analyze, and present original hypothesis driven experiments
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with MS Office
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Self-motivated, ability to multi-task, demonstrates flexibility in job assignment
• Displays creative thinking, ability to work within a cross functional team, and is detail oriented.
• Previous experience with molecular biology techniques is a plus, but not a requirement.

Additional Information

At FivePrime, we believe a diverse workforce drives our success as a company. We are always working to create an environment where different backgrounds and viewpoints are valued and celebrated. FivePrime is an equal opportunity employer. FivePrime makes employment decisions, including in recruitment and selection, without consideration of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or disability.Please call or reply with any comments.