2025 Summer Intern- Post-Doc Immunology
Req ID #: 226129
Mattawan, Michigan, USA
What you’ll do
Essential Functions (The fundamental Duties & Responsibilities of the role (products and services provided/results accomplished) include, but are not limited to, those listed:
- Efficiently perform and document all procedures, materials and results in compliance with applicable regulatory standards as applicable (protocols, methods, SOPs, etc.)
- Actively communicate and collaborate across operational areas in order to adhere to timelines and produce quality data
- Assist and/or execute assigned project with oversight to gain first-hand experience with industry drug development
- Assist with the completion of laboratory investigations, assay troubleshooting, quality observations, and problem solving of technical and/or regulatory issues with oversight, as needed
- Effectively develop quantitative/qualitative methods/procedures with limited complexity/scope in one operational area with minimal oversight
- Develop critical thinking, troubleshooting and time management skills aligned with needs of operational areas
- Demonstrate effective communication skills through informal discussions with peers, supervisor, and team
- Develop ability to recognize method and/or data issues and communicate them to management to minimize study impact with minimal oversight
- Develop knowledge of regulatory and GXP requirements, industry standards and company SOPs within one operational area
The Immunology and Immunochemistry disciplines support large molecule drug development using ligand binding assays (LBA), such as enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), to measure large molecules and their immune responses. The main types of assays include Pharmacokinetic (PK) assays to measure drug and Immunogenicity assay to measure anti-drug antibodies (ADA) and neutralizing antibodies (NAb). Other assay types also performed are branched DNA (bDNA) and cell-based assays. An array of platforms are used to support these assays that include spectrophotometer, Meso Scale Discovery (MSD), Luminex and Gyrolab. Utilizing these platforms/assays, the teams are responsible for the method development, validation and routine sample analysis in both the regulated and non-regulated space of non-clinical and clinical studies.
Position is open to anyone, regardless of age, who meets the educational and experience requirements as posted
The pay range for this position is $32.00 per hour. This is an onsite role located on Mattawan, MI.
What you’ll need
Qualifications (Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities required to accomplish the essential functions) include but are not limited to:
- Doctorate degree (PhD) recently obtained looking to expand skills to industry drug development. PhD students in the last year of their thesis work are eligible to apply as well.
- Program duration for 12 weeks.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing at all levels inside and outside the organization.
- Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Computer skills, commensurate with Essential Functions, including the ability to learn a validated system.
- Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to evenings, weekends, extended shifts, and/or extra shifts; sometimes on short notice.
What you get
Core Benefits
- Mental/Dental/Vision Plans
- Vacation and Holiday
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Value Added Programs
- Employee discount program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Recognition and Referral Program
Additional Benefits
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Fitness Reimbursement and Wellness Programs
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Parental Leave
About Charles River
Charles River is an early-stage Contact Research Organization (CRO). Here, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people's lives. With 100 sites around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our clients' unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.
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