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Position Summary

The Discovery Biotherapeutics group in San Diego, California is dedicated to the discovery and development of innovative biologics. Our primary mission is to design and implement advanced biological tools and processes that drive the forefront of therapeutic innovation. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and expertise, we aim to pioneer new approaches that enable the creation of novel biologics, ultimately advancing the field of biotherapeutics and improving patient outcomes.

We are seeking a highly motivated student with at least 2 years of study towards a bachelor’s degree from accredited colleges and university to participate in a 10-week summer internship on antibody drug discovery. This position focuses on optimizing and characterizing recombinant antibody expression in mammalian cells, using a systematic Design of Experiments (DOE) approach to improve protein yields, purity, and post-translational modifications while equipping the intern with hands-on experience in cell culture, molecular cloning, protein purification, and analytical techniques.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct a literature review and design experiments using a DOE approach.

Perform molecular cloning, transfection, and optimize antibody expression conditions.

Purify and characterize recombinant antibodies, assessing purity and modifications.

Collaborate closely with the mentor and team to achieve project objectives.

Participate and contribute during scientific discussions.

Analyze data and present project findings at the conclusion of the program.

Qualifications & Experience

Experience and fundamental understanding of recombinant technologies, protein purification, and protein characterization recommended.

Candidate must be in enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program majoring in Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related discipline.

Must have completed a minimum of 2 years of study towards a bachelor’s degree by June 2025

Candidate should have basic laboratory skills (via lab course, academic lab, or industry lab)

Candidate should have strong communication and presentation skills (written and verbal), and the ability to work in a collaborative environment.

Candidate must be eligible for employment in the United States, and available to work for 10 consecutive weeks, from June 2nd, 2025, to August 8th, 2025.

This is a lab-based, onsite role, located at our San Diego, CA site.

The starting compensation for this job is a range from $21.00/hour - $29.00/hour. The starting pay rate takes into account characteristics of the job, such as required skills and the geographic location where work is performed. Final individual compensation is decided commensurate with demonstrated experience and education level.

If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career.

Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers
With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

On-site Protocol

BMS has a diverse occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:

Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

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